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InventoryRef 8456721/10/2010

ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE

ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE is linked to 1 EU annex record on this page. Inventory note: II/666.

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European UnionEvidence linked
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Great BritainSource mapped
Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported
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CanadaEvidence linked
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New ZealandEvidence linked
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ASEANEvidence linked
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ChinaSource mapped
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Chemical identity and properties

PubChem 2D chemical structure for CAS 111-15-9
CAS 111-15-9PubChem CID 8095

Glycol monoethyl ether acetate

Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Acetate can cause developmental toxicity and male reproductive toxicity according to The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). — California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)

IUPAC name
2-ethoxyethyl acetate
Molecular formula
C6H12O3
Molecular weight
132.16 g/mol
Exact mass
132.078644241 Da
XLogP3
0.3
Topological polar surface area
35.5 Ų
Hydrogen-bond donors
0
Hydrogen-bond acceptors
3
Covalent units
1
Defined stereocentres
0

Also known as

ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER ACETATECellosolve acetateOxitol acetateOxytol acetate2-Ethoxyethanol acetateEthyl cellosolve acetate1-Acetoxy-2-ethoxyethaneEthylglycol acetate
16 more reported names
EthylglykolacetatOctan etoksyetylu2-Aethoxy-aethylacetatGlycol ether ee acetateCelosolvacetat2-Ethoxyethylacetate2-Etossietil-acetatoAcetate d'ethylglycolAcetate de cellosolveAcetato di cellosolve2-Ethoxy-ethylacetaatEktasolve EE acetate solventEthyl cellosolve acetaatAethylenglykolaetheracetatEthanol, 2-ethoxy-, acetateEthylene glycol ethyl ether acetate
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Evidence from additional scientific databases

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Exact identifier match8095

Attributed physical-property, hazard, environmental and use annotations.

  • First Aid: EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.; SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.; INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) shou Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • ERG2024, Guide 129 (Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate): General First Aid:; · Call 911 or emergency medical service.; · Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect themselves and avoid contamination.; · Move victim to fresh air if it can be done safely.; · Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.; · If victim is not breathing:; -- DO NOT perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation; the victim may have ingested or inhaled the substance.; -- If equipped and pulse detected, wash face and mouth, then give artificial respiration using a proper respiratory medical device (bag-valve mask, pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other device).; -- If no pulse detected or no respiratory medical device available, provide continuous compressions. Conduct a pulse check every two minutes or monitor for any signs of spontaneous respirations.; · Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes.; · For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.; · In case of contact with substance, remove immediately by flushing skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes.; · For severe burns, immediate medical attention is required.; · Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion, Source: Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
  • First Aid: (General first aid procedures); Eye: Irrigate immediately - If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.; Skin: Water flush promptly - If this chemical contacts the skin, flush the contaminated skin with water promptly. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water promptly. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.; Breathing: Respiratory support; Swallow: Medical attention immediately - If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately. Source: The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
  • Signal: Danger Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H226: Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]; H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]; H312: Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]; H332: Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H360FD: May damage fertility; May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity] Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P235, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
  • Note: This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 8.8% (36 of 410) of reports. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Signal: Danger Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H226 (90.5%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]; H302 (91.2%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]; H312 (91.2%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]; H332 (91.2%): Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H360 (91%): May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity] Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P235, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • ECHA C&L Notifications Summary: Aggregated GHS information provided per 410 reports by companies from 13 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.; Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria per 36 of 410 reports by companies.; There are 12 notifications provided by 374 of 410 reports by companies with hazard statement code(s).; Information may vary between notifications depending on impurities, additives, and other factors. The percentage value in parenthesis indicates the notified classification ratio from companies that provide hazard codes. Only hazard codes with percentage values above 10% are shown. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Signal: Danger Source: NITE-CMC
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H226: Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]; H332: Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]; H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]; H371: May cause damage to organs [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure]; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]; H402: Harmful to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard] Source: NITE-CMC
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P308+P316, P317, P318, P319, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: NITE-CMC
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H226: Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]; H320: Causes eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]; H332: Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]; H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]; H370: Causes damage to organs [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure]; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure] Source: NITE-CMC
  • NFPA Health Rating: 1 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause significant irritation. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • NFPA Fire Rating: 2 - Materials that must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperatures before ignition can occur. Materials would not under normal conditions form hazardous atmospheres with air, but under high ambient temperatures or under moderate heating could release vapor in sufficient quantities to produce hazardous atmospheres with air. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • NFPA Instability Rating: 0 - Materials that in themselves are normally stable, even under fire conditions. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review Conclusion: On the basis of the animal and clinical data included in this report, the CIR Expert Panel concludes that Ethoxyethanol and Ethoxyethanol Acetate are unsafe for use in cosmetic products. Source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review Finding(s): The ingredient is unsafe for use in cosmetics Source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
  • Toxicity Summary: ... The methyl and ethyl ethers of ethylene glycol, ie 2- methoxyethanol (2-ME) esters, 2-methoxyethyl acetate (2-MEA) and 2-ethoxyethyl acetate (2- EEA) ... are all stable, and are all miscible with (or in the case of 2-EEA very soluble in) water and miscible with a large number of organic solvents. ... The solubility of these glycol ethers in water and their relatively low vapor pressure could result in their build-up in water in the absence of degradation. However, degradation by microorganisms in soil, sewage sludge, and water appears to prevent this possibility. Atmospheric emissions resulting from the use of glycol ethers as evaporative solvents result in the greatest environmental exposure.... Effects on Organisms in the Environment: The toxicity of 2-ME and 2-EE to microorganisms and aquatic animals appears to be low. ... The glycol ether acetates (2-MEA and 2-EEA) are far more toxic to fish. The LC50 of 2-EEA for fathead minnows is 46 mg/L and that of 2-MEA for tidewater silverfish and bluegills is 45 mg/L. ... Effects on Experimental Animals and In Vitro Test Systems: Systemic toxicity: The toxicity of 2-ME and 2-EE to experimental animals has been much more widely studie Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Environmental Bioconcentration: An estimated BCF value of 3.0 was calculated for ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate(SRC), using a measured log Kow of 0.24(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this BCF value suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low(SRC). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Environmental Fate: TERRESTRIAL FATE: Based on a classification scheme(1), an estimated Koc value of 32(SRC), determined from a measured Kow of 0.24(2) and a regression-derived equation(3), indicates that ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate will have very high mobility in soil(SRC). Volatilization of ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate from moist soil surfaces may be an important fate process(SRC) given its Henry's Law constant of 3.2X10-6 atm-cu m/mole(4). Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate is expected to volatilize from dry soil surfaces(SRC) based on its vapor pressure of 2.00 mm Hg(5). Several screening biodegradation tests have demonstrated that ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate is readily biodegradable(6-9); 80% biodegradation was measured for ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate in a 20 day screening test(7) suggesting that biodegradation may be an important fate process in soil(SRC). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Environmental Fate: AQUATIC FATE: Based on a recommended classification scheme(1), an estimated Koc value of 32(SRC), using a log Kow of 0.24(2) and a regression-derived equation(1), indicates that ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate should not adsorb to suspended solids and sediment in water(SRC). Volatilization from water surfaces may occur(1) based on a Henry's Law constant of 3.2X10-11 atm-cu m/mole(3). Using this Henry's Law constant and an estimation method(1), volatilization half-lives for a model river and model lake are 13 and 100 days, respectively(SRC). According to a classification scheme(4),an estimated BCF value of 3.0(SRC), determined from its log Kow(2), suggests that bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low(SRC). Biodegradation of ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate in a 28 day river die-away test resulted in classification as easily degraded(5) and 80% biodegradation occurred in a 20 day screening test(6) which suggest biodegradation as an important environmental fate process in water(SRC). This compound is expected to hydrolyze with estimated half-lives of 305 and 30 days at pH values of 7 and 8, respectively(7). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
  • Environmental Fate: ATMOSPHERIC FATE: According to a model of gas/particle partitioning of semivolatile organic compounds in the atmosphere(1), ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate, which has a measured vapor pressure of 2.00 mm Hg at 25 °C(2), will exist solely as a vapor in the ambient atmosphere. Vapor-phase ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate is degraded in the atmosphere by reaction with photochemically-produced hydroxyl radicals(SRC); the half-life for this reaction in air is estimated to be about 0.7 days(SRC), calculated from its measured rate constant of 1.3X10-11 cu cm/molecule-sec at 25 °C(3). Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate does not contain chromophores that absorb at wavelengths >290 nm(4) and therefore is not expected to be susceptible to direct photolysis by sunlight(SRC). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

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Inventory details for ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE

INCI name

ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE

Record provenance

Inventory reference
84567
Imported identity
ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE
Source update
21/10/2010
European Commission CosIng source notes

Key data

CAS
111-15-9
EC
203-839-2
Restriction
II/666
Function
SOLVENT
Dissolving other components of cosmetics. Solvents are usually liquids (aqueous and nonaqueous).

Official EU ingredient-name evidence

The ingredient name exactly matches the official 2025 EU glossary of common ingredient names.

#10009 · ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE

Ingredients with overlapping formulation functions

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ETHOXYDIGLYCOL ACETATESOLVENT
ETHOXYETHANOLSOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
ETHYL ACETATEPERFUMING, SOLVENT
ETHYL AZELAIC ACID/PROPANEDIOL COPOLYMERPLASTICISER, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
ETHYL ETHERSOLVENT
ETHYL GLYCERIN ACETAL LEVULINATESOLVENT

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ECHA CHEM / Information on chemicalsPubChem PUG RESTEU Safety Gate cosmetic product alertsECHA CHEMUS EPA CompToxCosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessmentsFDA Global Substance Registration SystemILO/WHO International Chemical Safety CardsJapan NITE-CHRIPNIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical HazardsOECD eChemPortal

How ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE appears in the CosIng inventory

The CosIng inventory lists ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE as a cosmetic ingredient and this page links it to 1 annex record. The inventory entry captures names and identifiers, while the annex record shows where the substance is prohibited, restricted or positively listed in EU cosmetics law.

ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE is also tagged with 1 cosmetic function in the official data. Function labels describe intended use, but they do not replace regulatory review of linked annex records before formulation or labelling work.

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ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE appears in the EU CosIng inventory and has linked annex records. Check the annex records above for applicable restrictions, concentration limits and conditions of use. Annex II listing means prohibited; Annex III means restricted; Annexes IV, V and VI mean permitted under specified conditions.

The restriction field for ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE reads: "II/666". This is the restriction note recorded in the CosIng inventory for this ingredient. For authoritative conditions and limits, always refer to the linked annex entries above.

According to the EU CosIng inventory, ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE carries the following function designation(s):

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This page combines the CosIng inventory entry for ETHOXYETHANOL ACETATE with 1 linked Annex II–VI record from the local dataset built from public European Commission cosmetic ingredient materials.

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