Safety Data Sheet Ether, Anhydrous: Section 1 Product Description

Safety Data Sheet
Ether, Anhydrous
Section 1
Product Name:
Recommended Use:
Synonyms:
Distributor:
Chemical Information:
Chemtrec:
Product Description
Ether, Anhydrous
Science education applications
Ethyl Oxide, Ethyl Ether, Diethyl Ether
Carolina Biological Supply Company
2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215
1-800-227-1150
800-227-1150 (8am-5pm (ET) M-F)
800-424-9300 (Transportation Spill Response 24 hours)
Section 2
Hazard Identification
Classification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of 1910.1200;
DANGER
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
GHS Classification:
Flammable Liquid Category 1, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A, Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (STOT) Single Exposure Category 3, Acute Toxicity - Oral Category 4
Section 3
Chemical Name
Diethyl Ether, Anhydrous
Section 4
Composition / Information on Ingredients

CAS #
60-29-7
%
100
First Aid Measures
Emergency and First Aid Procedures

Inhalation:
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Eyes:
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Skin Contact:
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
Ingestion:
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Section 5
Extinguishing Media:
Fire Fighting Methods and Protection:

Fire and/or Explosion Hazards:
Hazardous Combustion Products:
Section 6
Ether, Anhydrous
Firefighting Procedures
Use alcohol resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or water spray when fighting
fires. Water or foam may cause frothing if liquid is burning but it still may be a useful
extinguishing agent if carefully applied to the fire. Do not direct a water stream directly
into the hot burning liquid.
Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Above flashpoint, explosive vapor-air mixtures may be formed.
Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide
Spill or Leak Procedures

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Steps to Take in Case Material Is
Released or Spilled:
Exposure to the spilled material may be irritating or harmful. Follow personal protective
equipment recommendations found in Section 8 of this SDS. Additional precautions may be
necessary based on special circumstances created by the spill including; the material spilled,
the quantity of the spill, the area in which the spill occurred. Also consider the expertise of
employees in the area responding to the spill. Ventilate the contaminated area. Evaporation
of volatile substances can lead to the displacement of air creating an environment that can
cause asphyxiation. Persons not wearing appropriate protective equipment should be
excluded from area of spill until clean-up has been completed. Evacuate the area promptly.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Prevent the spread of any spill to minimize harm to human health and the environment if safe
to do so. Wear complete and proper personal protective equipment following the
recommendation of Section 8 at a minimum. Dike with suitable absorbent material like
granulated clay. Gather and store in a sealed container pending a waste disposal evaluation.
Ventilate the area by opening door and/or turning on fans and blowers. Shut off ignition
sources; including electrical equipment and flames. Do not allow smoking in the area.
Contain spilled liquid with sand or earth. DO NOT use combustible materials such as
sawdust. Use appropriate personal protective equipment as stated in Section 8 of this MSDS.
Advise the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and appropriate state agencies, if
required. Absorb spill with inert material (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place in a chemical
waste container. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a disposal container.
Section 7
Handling:
Storage:
Storage Code:
Handling and Storage

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting//
equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing
dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this
product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye
protection/face protection. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep in a cool, wellventilated place away from ... (incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer).
Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a wellventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Red - Flammables. Store in approved flammable containers. Store away from oxidizing materials.
Section 8
Protection Information
ACGIH
Chemical Name
Control Parameters
Engineering Measures:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

Respiratory Protection:
Respirator Type(s):
Eye Protection:
Skin Protection:
Gloves:
Section 9
Formula: C2H5OC2H5
Ether, Anhydrous
(TWA)
400 ppm TWA
(STEL)
500 ppm STEL
OSHA PEL
(TWA)
(STEL)
400 ppm TWA;
N/A
1200 mg/m3 TWA
Local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls are normally required when
handling or using this product to avoid overexposure. Use process enclosures, local
exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits
Lab coat, apron, eye wash, safety shower.
No respiratory protection required under normal conditions of use. Wear a NIOSH
approved respirator if levels above the exposure limits are possible.
NIOSH approved air purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge and dust/mist filter.
Wear chemical splash goggles when handling this product. Have an eye wash station
available.
Avoid skin contact by wearing chemically resistant gloves, an apron and other protective
equipment depending upon conditions of use. Inspect gloves for chemical break-through
and replace at regular intervals. Clean protective equipment regularly. Wash hands and
other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, and when leaving
work. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating,
drinking, and when leaving work. Where use can result in skin contact, practice good
personal hygiene. Use impervious gloves. Inspect gloves for chemical break-through and
replace at regular intervals. Clean protective equipment regularly.
Impervious rubber
Physical Data
Vapor Pressure: 587 hPa at 20C
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Molecular Weight: 74.12
Appearance: Colorless Liquid
Odor: No data available Characteristic
Odor Threshold: No data available
pH: No data available
Melting Point: 116 C
Boiling Point: 35 C
Flash Point: 45 C
Flammable Limits in Air: LEL: 1.9% UEL: 36.0%
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): 37.5

Vapor Density (Air=1): 2.55
Specific Gravity: 0.71
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Log Pow (calculated): 0.82 at 23 C
Autoignition Temperature: No data available 160 C
Decomposition Temperature: No data available
Viscosity: No data available
Percent Volatile by Volume: 100%
Section 10
Reactivity Data
Reactivity:
Chemical Stability:
Conditions to Avoid:
Hazardous Polymerization:
Section 11
Routes of Entry
Symptoms (Acute):
Delayed Effects:
No data available
Stable under normal conditions.
Sparks, open flame, other ignition sources, and elevated temperatures. Contact with air.
Will not occur
Toxicity Data
Inhalation and ingestion.
, Eye disorders, Liver disorders, Impaired Kidney Function, Respiratory disorders
No data available
Acute Toxicity:
Chemical Name
CAS Number
60-29-7
Oral LD50
Oral LD50 Rat
1215 mg/kg
Oral LD50 Mouse
1760 mg/kg
Dermal LD50
Dermal LD50
Rabbit > 20 ml/kg
Inhalation LC50
INHALATION
LC50 Mouse
31000 ppm
Carcinogenicity:
Chemical Name
No data available
CAS Number
60-29-7
IARC
Not listed
NTP
Not listed
OSHA
Not listed
Chronic Effects:
Mutagenicity:
Teratogenicity:
Sensitization:
Reproductive:
Target Organ Effects:
Acute:
Chronic:
No evidence of a mutagenic effect.

No evidence of a teratogenic effect (birth defect).
No evidence of a sensitization effect.
No evidence of negative reproductive effects.
See Section 2
Tumorigenic data cited., Mutation data cited., Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP or OSHA.
Section 12
Overview:
Mobility:
Persistence:
Bioaccumulation:
Degradability:
Other Adverse Effects:
Chemical Name
Section 13
Disposal Methods:
Waste Disposal Code(s):
Section 14
Ether, Anhydrous
Ecological Data
This material is not expected to be harmful to the ecology.
No data
No data
No data
No data
No data
CAS Number
60-29-7
Eco Toxicity
96 HR LC50 LEPOMIS MACROCHIRUS > 10000 MG/L [STATIC]
24 HR EC50 DAPHNIA MAGNA 165 MG/L
Disposal Information
Dispose in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Always
contact a permitted waste disposer (TSD) to assure compliance.
Not Determined
Transport Information
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Ground - DOT Proper Shipping Name:
Air - IATA Proper Shipping Name:
UN number: 1155 Class: 3 Packing group: I Proper shipping name: UN number: 1155 Class: 3 Packing group: I Proper shipping
Diethyl ether Reportable Quantity (RQ): 100 lbs Marine pollutant:
name: Diethyl ether
No Poison Inhalation Hazard: No
Section 15
TSCA Status:
Regulatory Information
All components in this product are on the TSCA Inventory.
Chemical Name
CAS
Number
313 Name
304 RQ
CERCLA RQ
302 TPQ
CAA 112(2)
TQ
60-29-7
No
No
100 lb final RQ;

45.4 kg final
RQ
No
No
Section 16
Revised: 09/09/2015
Additional Information
Replaces: 09/03/2014
Printed: 10-29-2015
The information provided in this (Material) Safety Data Sheet represents a compilation of data drawn directly from various sources
available to us. Carolina Biological Supply makes no representation or guarantee as to the suitability of this information to a particular
application of the substance covered in the (Material) Safety Data Sheet.
Glossary
ACGIH
CAS
CERCLA
DOT
IARC
N/A
American Conference of Governmental

Industrial Hygienists
Chemical Abstract Service Number
Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act
U.S. Department of Transportation
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Not Available
Ether, Anhydrous
NTP
OSHA
PEL
ppm
RCRA
SARA
TLV
TSCA
IDLH
National Toxicology Program

Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Permissible Exposure Limit
Parts per million
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
Threshold Limit Value
Toxic Substances Control Act
Immediately dangerous to life and health
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Classification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of 1910.1200;

Composition / Information on Ingredients

First Aid Measures

Emergency and First Aid Procedures

Fire Fighting Methods and Protection:

Spill or Leak Procedures