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EC number: 203-920-2 | CAS number: 111-91-1
Endpoint summary
Administrative data
Description of key information
In vitro studies show that bis(2-chloroethoxy) methane is neither corrosive nor irritating to skin. In vitro study shows that bis(2-chloroethoxy) methane is not corrosive to the eye. Instillation of diformal into the rabbit eye resulted in slight transient irritation of the conjunctivae completely resolving within 48 hours.
Key value for chemical safety assessment
Skin irritation / corrosion
Endpoint conclusion
- Endpoint conclusion:
- no adverse effect observed (not irritating)
Eye irritation
Endpoint conclusion
- Endpoint conclusion:
- adverse effect observed (irritating)
Additional information
Effects on eye irritation: slightly irritating
Justification for classification or non-classification
In vitro studies show that bis(2-chloroethoxy) methane is neither corrosive nor irritating to skin. Instillation of bis(2-chloroethoxy) methane into the rabbit eye resulted in slight transient irritation of the conjunctivae completely resolving within 48 hours. Therefore the substance is not classified.
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