Tetraethylene glycol

Independent reference data for Tetraethylene glycol (CAS 9004-76-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a solvent (nitrocellulose, coatings, adhesives, inks, lacquers, lubricants, metalworking fluids, and textile finishes); Also used to extract other solvents, to soften paper tissue, and to make other chemicals; [HSDB] Used as a solvent, extractant, plasticizer, humectant (natural gas), and lubricant (textiles); Also used in cement grinding and brake fluid manufacturing; [Reference #1]Metal Machining [Category: Heat or Machine]

Synonyms and trade names

TETRAETHYLENE GLYCOL; 112-60-7; HI-Dry; 3,6,9-Trioxaundecane-1,11-diol; Carbitol, diethyl; 3,6,9-Trioxaundecan-1,11-diol; DTXSID9026922; Ethanol, 2,2'-[oxybis(2,1-ethanediyloxy)]bis-; Ethanol, 2,2'-(oxybis(ethyleneoxy))di-; AI3-01838; 2,2'-[oxybis(2,1-ethanediyloxy)]diethanol; Ethanol, 2,2'-(oxybis(2,1-ethanediyloxy))bis-; 2-{2-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy}ethan-1-ol; DTXCID806922; 2,2'-[oxybis(ethane-2,1-diyloxy)]diethanol; CHEBI:44920

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS POLYOXYETHYLENE(MW 200) CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (PEG-4) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Solvent; Humectant
GHS notification summary	83% (293 / 353)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	83% (293 / 353)
Reported hazard statements	H319 (17%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 83% (293 of 353) of all reports.

H319 (17%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

Tetraethylene glycol · CAS 9004-76-6 · C8H18O5. UNII R95B8J264J. Boiling Point: 621 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 327.3 °C; Boiling Point: 327.3 °C @760 [mm Hg].

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.