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1580047 
Journal Article 
[(2-Methoxymethylethoxy)propanol: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure] 
Starek, A 
2005 
1 
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Srodowiska Pracy
ISSN: 1231-868X 
CIS/06/00131 
43 
1 
pol 
(2-Methoxymethylethoxy)-propanol (dipropylene glycol methyl ether, DGME) is a colourless liquid with low vapour pressure, an ethereal odour and bitter taste. It has relatively low toxicity in humans and laboratory animals. Irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract as well as depression of the central nervous system are recognised as critical effects. No embryotoxic, foetotoxic or teratogenic effects have been found in toxicological studies. On the basis of the no-observed-adverse-effect-level (NOAEL) for irritation obtained from experiments on rats and the appropriate uncertainty factor, the maximum admissible concentration was set at 240 mg/m3. A short-term exposure limit of 480 mg/m3 and irritant (I) notation are recommended. 
dipropylene glycol methyl ether; threshold limit values; toxic effects; toxicology; eye irritation; irritants; neurotoxic effects; Poland; Toxic and dangerous substances; Chemical safety; Periodical articles 
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