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EC number: 203-924-4 | CAS number: 111-96-6
Flammability
Administrative data
Link to relevant study record(s)
Description of key information
Flash point: 51 °C
Lower explosion limit: 1.3 %(v/v), 1.5 %(v/v), 1.4 %(v/v)
Upper explosion limit: 17.4 %(v/v), 17.4 %(v/v)
No pyrophoricity.
No flammability on contact with water.
Key value for chemical safety assessment
- Flammability:
- flammable
Additional information
The key parameter for the flammability of a liquid is the flash point, which is discussed in IUCLID chapter 4.11.
A number of published values are available for the upper and lower explosion limits of bis(2 -methoxyethyl) ether. Each source is reporting consistently the same flammability range from 1.3 %(v/v) to 17.4 %(v/v). This information combined with the data on flash point and boiling point lead to the conclusion for the key parameter.
Considering the structure formula and experience in handling and use it can be stated that pyrophoricity and flammability on contact with water is not a concern for the substance (expert statement).
Justification for classification or non-classification
According to regulation 67/548/EEC the substance meets the criteria for classification as flammable.
Criteria for classification as "flammable": Liquid substance with a flash point of min. 21 °C and max. 55 °C.
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