Diglycidyl Ether

Description

Diglycidyl Ether · CAS 2238-07-5 · C6H10O3. UNII 8M5933D775. Boiling Point: 500 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998); Boiling Point: 260 °C; Boiling Point: at 100kPa: 260 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	2238-07-5
PubChem CID	16704
Molecular formula	C6H10O3
IUPAC name	2-(oxiran-2-ylmethoxymethyl)oxirane
UNII (FDA)	8M5933D775

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	130.14
XLogP3	-0.5
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	4
Exact Mass	130.062994177
Monoisotopic Mass	130.062994177
Topological Polar Surface Area	34.3
Heavy Atom Count	9
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	500 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998)
Boiling Point	260 °C
Boiling Point	at 100kPa: 260 °C
Boiling Point	500 °F
Boiling Point	260 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Flash Point	147.2 °F (EPA, 1998)
Flash Point	[ACGIH] 64 °C
Flash Point	64 °C
Flash Point	147 °F
Density	1.262 at 50 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Diglycidyl ether is a colorless liquid with a pronounced irritating odor. Used as a reactive dilutent for epoxy resin , as a chemical intermediate, as a stabilizer of chlorinated organic compounds, and as a textile-treating agent. (EPA, 1998)
• Colorless liquid with a strong, irritating odor; [NIOSH]
• COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.
• Colorless liquid with a strong, irritating odor.
• Colorless liquid
• Strong, irritating odor

Regulatory Status

GHS notification summary	10.6% (5 / 47)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	10.6% (5 / 47)
Reported hazard statements	H302 (89.4%), H311 (85.1%), H314 (83%), H330 (89.4%), H227, H315, H319, H332

Documented Uses

• DGE is used in epoxy resins; it is also used to treat textiles and to stabilize chlorinated organic compounds. [ACGIH]
• Plastic Composites Manufacturing [Category: Industry]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]
• Sculpturing plastics [Category: Hobbies]
• DGE is used as a diluent for epoxy resins, as a textile treating agent, and as a stabilizer for chlorinated organic compounds.
• ...Possible trace component of epoxy compounds derived from epichlorohydrin.

Synonyms

DIGLYCIDYL ETHER; 2238-07-5; Glycidyl ether; Diepoxy propyl ether; Bis(2,3-epoxypropyl) ether; Diallyl Ether Dioxide; Ether, diglycidyl; 2-(oxiran-2-ylmethoxymethyl)oxirane; Ether, bis(2,3-epoxypropyl); 1,2,6,7-Diepoxy-4-oxaheptane; Bis(2,3-epoxy-1 propyl) ether; 2,2'-(Oxybis(methylene))bisoxirane; NSC 54739; Di(2,3-epoxy)propyl ether; Di(2,3-epoxypropyl) ether; 2,2'-(oxybis(methylene))bis(oxirane)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Diglycidyl Ether?

CAS 2238-07-5; molecular formula C6H10O3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Diglycidyl Ether known by?

DIGLYCIDYL ETHER, 2238-07-5, Glycidyl ether, Diepoxy propyl ether, Bis(2,3-epoxypropyl) ether, Diallyl Ether Dioxide.

Is Diglycidyl Ether classified as hazardous?

10.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (5 of 47).

What are the key physical properties of Diglycidyl Ether?

Boiling Point: 500 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998); Boiling Point: 260 °C; Boiling Point: at 100kPa: 260 °C; Boiling Point: 500 °F.

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