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ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE

CAS No.: 94-49-5
Formula: C16H14O4
Molecular Weight: 270.28
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What is ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE

**Introduction to Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate** Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate (EGDB) is a high-performance benzoate ester widely used as a plasticizer, solvent, and additive in various industrial applications. Known for its excellent compatibility with polymers such as PVC, cellulose acetate, and synthetic rubbers, EGDB enhances flexibility, durability, and processability in plastic and resin formulations. It also serves as a non-toxic, low-volatility alternative to traditional phthalate plasticizers, making it suitable for consumer goods, adhesives, and coatings. With its high solvency, thermal stability, and resistance to migration, EGDB is a preferred choice in industries requiring reliable and efficient plasticizing solutions. Its versatility and safety profile further expand its use in cosmetics and personal care products.

Preparation Process: To prepare Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate, dissolve 10.0 g (0.16 mol) of ethylene glycol and 40.0 g (0.34 mol) of benzoic acid in 100 mL of toluene in a round-bottom flask. Add 1.0 g of p-toluenesulfonic acid as a catalyst. Attach a Dean-Stark apparatus and reflux the mixture at 110–120°C for 4–6 hours to remove water via azeotropic distillation. After completion, cool the mixture, wash with saturated NaHCO₃ solution to neutralize the acid, then with water. Dry the organic layer over anhydrous Na₂SO₄, filter, and evaporate the solvent under reduced pressure. Recrystallize the crude product from ethanol to obtain pure Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate.

Usage Scenarios: Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is primarily used as a plasticizer in the manufacturing of polymers, enhancing flexibility and durability in materials such as PVC, cellulose acetate, and synthetic rubbers. It improves processability and reduces brittleness in plastics. Additionally, it serves as a fixative in perfumes and cosmetics, prolonging fragrance retention. The compound is also employed as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in producing esters and other derivatives. In adhesives and coatings, it enhances adhesion and film-forming properties. Its high boiling point and stability make it suitable for high-temperature applications. Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is also used in textile auxiliaries to improve fabric softness and dye absorption.

ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE Basic Info
Chemical Name ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE
Synonyms CID 19093271;Benzoflex 998;Benzoflex e-60;Ethylene benzoate;GLYCOL DIBENZOATE;ETHYLENE DIBENZOATE;1,2-BIS(BENZOYLOXY)ETHANE;Dibenzoyl ethylene glycol;ethane-1,2-diyldibenzoate;1,2-Ethanediol, dibenzoate
CAS No. 94-49-5
Molecular Formula C16H14O4
Molecular Weight 270.28
PSA 52.60000
LogP 2.70040
Safely Info
RTECS -
Hazard Class -
Safety Statements 22-24/25
HS Code 2905.39.9000
WGK Germany -
Packing Group -
RIDADR -
Risk Statements -
Hazard Codes -
Caution Statement P264-P280-P302+P352-P337+P313-P305+P351+P338-P362+P364-P332+P313
Hazard Declaration H315-H319
Symbol GHS07
Signal Word Warning
ETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE Price
1. United States: $5 - $10 per kg
2. China: $4 - $8 per kg
3. Russia: $6 - $12 per kg
4. Germany: $7 - $13 per kg
5. India: $4 - $9 per kg
6. Japan: $8 - $15 per kg
7. Brazil: $5 - $11 per kg
8. South Korea: $7 - $14 per kg
9. Philippines: No results
10. United Kingdom: $8 - $15 per kg
11. France: $7 - $14 per kg
12. Mexico: $5 - $10 per kg
13. Canada: $6 - $12 per kg
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16. Turkey: $5 - $11 per kg
17. Thailand: $4 - $9 per kg
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SAFETY DATA SHEETS

According to Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) - Sixth revised edition

Version: 1.0

Creation Date: Aug 12, 2017

Revision Date: Aug 12, 2017

1.Identification

1.1 GHS Product identifier

Product name Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate

1.2 Other means of identification

Product number -
Other names 1,2-Ethanediol, dibenzoate

1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Identified uses For industry use only.
Uses advised against no data available

1.4 Supplier's details

Company MOLBASE (Shanghai) Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
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Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
Telephone +86(21)64956998
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1.5 Emergency phone number

Emergency phone number +86-400-6021-666
Service hours Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours).

2.Hazard identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

no data available

2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Pictogram(s) no data available
Signal word

no data available

Hazard statement(s)

no data available

Precautionary statement(s)
Prevention

no data available

Response

no data available

Storage

no data available

Disposal

no data available

2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

3.Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances

Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number Concentration
Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate 94-49-5 none 100%

4.First-aid measures

4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

no data available

4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary

no data available

5.Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical

no data available

5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

6.Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

7.Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

8.Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

Occupational Exposure limit values

no data available

Biological limit values

no data available

8.2 Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)

Eye/face protection

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Wear impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Respiratory protection

Wear dust mask when handling large quantities.

Thermal hazards

no data available

9.Physical and chemical properties

Physical state no data available
Colour no data available
Odour no data available
Melting point/ freezing point 10°C(lit.)
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range 78°C/23mmHg(lit.)
Flammability no data available
Lower and upper explosion limit / flammability limit no data available
Flash point 69°C(lit.)
Auto-ignition temperature no data available
Decomposition temperature no data available
pH no data available
Kinematic viscosity no data available
Solubility no data available
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value) no data available
Vapour pressure no data available
Density and/or relative density no data available
Relative vapour density no data available
Particle characteristics no data available

10.Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

no data available

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

no data available

10.4 Conditions to avoid

no data available

10.5 Incompatible materials

no data available

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

no data available

11.Toxicological information

Acute toxicity

  • Oral: no data available
  • Inhalation: no data available
  • Dermal: no data available

Skin corrosion/irritation

no data available

Serious eye damage/irritation

no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization

no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

no data available

Carcinogenicity

no data available

Reproductive toxicity

no data available

STOT-single exposure

no data available

STOT-repeated exposure

no data available

Aspiration hazard

no data available

12.Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

  • Toxicity to fish: no data available
  • Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
  • Toxicity to algae: no data available
  • Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

no data available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available

12.5 Other adverse effects

no data available

13.Disposal considerations

13.1 Disposal methods

Product

The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.

Contaminated packaging

Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.

14.Transport information

14.1 UN Number

ADR/RID: UN2923 IMDG: UN2923 IATA: UN2923

14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name

ADR/RID: CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
IMDG: CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
IATA: CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: 8 IMDG: 8 IATA: 8

14.4 Packing group, if applicable

ADR/RID: III IMDG: III IATA: III

14.5 Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: no IMDG: no IATA: no

14.6 Special precautions for user

no data available

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

no data available

15.Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question

Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number
Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate Ethylene Glycol Dibenzoate 94-49-5 none
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) Listed.
EC Inventory Listed.
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Not Listed.
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 Not Listed.
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) Not Listed.
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) Not Listed.
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory Not Listed.
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) Not Listed.

16.Other information

Information on revision

Creation Date Aug 12, 2017
Revision Date Aug 12, 2017

Abbreviations and acronyms

  • CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
  • ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
  • RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
  • IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
  • IATA: International Air Transportation Association
  • TWA: Time Weighted Average
  • STEL: Short term exposure limit
  • LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
  • LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
  • EC50: Effective Concentration 50%

References

  • IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
  • HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
  • IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
  • eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
  • CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
  • ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
  • ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
  • Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
  • ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/

Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
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