Product Name: Sinopec Coolant Antifreeze
Manufacturer: China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec)
Product Use: Engine coolant, antifreeze solution designed for automotive and industrial cooling systems
Supplier Contact: Sinopec headquarters, 22 Chaoyangmen North Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Emergency Contact: 24-hour chemical emergency hotline provided on product label or safety documentation
Synonyms: Engine coolant, ethylene glycol-based antifreeze
Product Code: Available from batch and technical documentation
Hazard Class: Harmful if swallowed, eye and skin irritant
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Exposure can harm kidneys, central nervous system, and may cause metabolic acidosis
Precautionary Phrases: Do not ingest or inhale; avoid skin and eye contact; keep away from children and pets
Physical Hazards: May form dangerous vapors at high temperatures
Environmental Hazards: Toxic to aquatic life if spilled in quantity
Main Component: Ethylene glycol (CAS No. 107-21-1), typically 90% or higher by weight
Other Ingredients: Corrosion inhibitors, silicates, phosphates, borates, and dyes (composition varies by blend)
Additives: Defoamers and anti-scaling agents to protect against rust, scale, and foam
Hazardous Ingredients: Ethylene glycol classified as acutely toxic by ingestion
Impurities: Trace metals, manufacturing stabilizers, all within regulatory limits
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, monitor for respiratory distress, seek medical advice for ongoing symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash area with plenty of soap and water, medical care if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with cool water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, call physician if irritation continues
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth if conscious, seek immediate emergency attention due to risk of organ failure
Key Symptoms: Dizziness, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, impaired coordination, convulsions in severe cases
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, or carbon dioxide
Hazards from Combustion: Can produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other toxic vapors
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear recommended
Specific Hazards: Container may burst under strong heat; vapors can be heavier than air
Special Procedures: Isolate hazard area, evacuate unprotected personnel, control runoff to prevent pollution
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable gloves, goggles, protective clothing; prevent exposure to skin and eyes
Environmental Precautions: Prevent runoff into drains or watercourses; notify environmental authorities if large spill occurs
Contaminant Control: Ventilate spill area, stop leak if safe, absorb spill with sand or inert material
Cleanup Method: Collect contaminated material in sealed containers for proper disposal
Decontamination: Wash area with plenty of water after pick-up; avoid high-pressure washing that creates mist
Safe Handling: Avoid breathing vapors, avoid ingestion, minimize splashing; use only in well-ventilated areas
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, keep away from heat and direct sunlight
Compatibility: Keep separate from strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Precautions: Store at ambient temperature in well-marked, child-proof locations
Bulk Handling: Use dedicated, corrosion-resistant equipment; check containers regularly for leaks
Engineering Controls: Ensure good general ventilation; use local exhaust for large volumes
Personal Protection: Use chemical-resistant gloves (e.g., nitrile or neoprene), splash-proof goggles, and protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Respirators recommended for high concentrations or insufficient ventilation
Exposure Limits: Ethylene glycol vapor threshold limit value (TLV) is 100 mg/m³ inhalable aerosol (ACGIH)
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area; wash thoroughly after handling
Appearance: Clear liquid, color varies (often green, blue, or red) depending on dye used
Odor: Faint sweet odor
Boiling Point: Around 197°C (specific to ethylene glycol base)
Freezing Point: Product remains liquid to temperatures as low as -36°C depending on blend
Density: Approximately 1.1 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Completely miscible with water
Viscosity: 16-21 mPa·s at 20°C
pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline, usually 7.5 to 8.5
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions; decomposes at high temperature
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents, acids, and certain metals
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, aldehydes, and organic acids
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur under normal use
Incompatibility: Do not mix with strong acids, strong bases, or oxidizers
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Ethylene glycol LD50 (oral, rat) is 4,700 mg/kg; ingestion harmful or fatal
Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, abdominal pain, confusion, respiratory and cardiac complications
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to kidney damage or nervous system effects
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic to humans by IARC
Reproductive Effects: Some animal studies show reproductive toxicity at high doses of ethylene glycol
Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic reactions under normal use
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms; LC50 (fish, 96hr) ranges from 8,000–20,000 mg/L for ethylene glycol
Persistence: Moderately biodegradable; may persist short-term if released in large amounts
Bioaccumulation: Low potential; rapid breakdown in most environments
Mobility: Moves easily through soil and water if spilled
Other Effects: Large discharges can deplete oxygen in waterways, harming aquatic life
Disposal Methods: Collect liquid waste in appropriate hazardous waste containers, follow local and national regulations
Unused Product: Return to authorized hazardous waste collection centers or original supplier
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse, puncture, and recycle or dispose by authorized companies
Avoid: Do not pour into drains, soil, or normal rubbish; avoid uncontrolled release
UN Number: Not regulated for ground transport in small packages; bulk shipments may require UN3082 (Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, N.O.S.)
Transport Hazard Class: Limited hazard under ADR/RID/IMDG/IATA regulations; check local rules
Packing Group: III (for large quantities or certain blends)
Special Precautions: Keep container upright, tightly closed, and secure during transport
Marine Pollutant: Yes, in sufficient quantities
Labeling: Correct product labeling and hazard designation required for all shipments
Classification: Meets hazard criteria under UN GHS, OSHA (US), WHMIS (Canada), EU CLP
Labelling: Hazard pictograms, signal word "Warning," hazard and precautionary statements on packaging
International Inventories: Listed in China IECSC, US TSCA, Canadian DSL, EU EINECS
Restrictions: Sale or use may be restricted in some territories; always check regional laws
Worker Protection Regulations: Subject to workplace safety standards for chemical handling, exposure monitoring, and reporting
