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Diisopropyl ether  

French name in the regulation: Éther diisopropylique
CAS : 108-20-3
Synonyms: Éther isopropylique

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV 250 1040 - -
STEV 310 1300 - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

1B : No adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: Diisopropyl ether

Analysis:

Ether diisopropylique

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: NIOSH - 1618
Sampling device: Activated charcoal tube 100/50 mg
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,01-0,05 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 3 L
STEL sampling volume: 0,75 L
Remarks: This substance is not analyzed by our laboratories. It might be possible that the analysis be performed by another laboratory. Please contact the IRSST before sampling.
Principle: Gas chromatography with flame ionization detection (GC-FID)
NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods, 4th ed, Method 1618 : Isopropyl Ether, 2003.