Ethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-,1,1'-dinitrate cas no:693-21-0

NameEthanol, 2,2'-oxybis-,1,1'-dinitrate
CAS693-21-0
SynonymsDiethyleneglycol, dinitrate (6CI,7CI,8CI); Ethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-, dinitrate (9CI);2,2'-Oxydiethanol dinitrate; DEGDN; DEGN; Diglycol dinitrate; Dinitrodiglycol;Oxydiethylene nitrate
EINECS(EC#)211-745-8
Molecular FormulaC4H8 N2 O7
Molecular Weight196.14

refractive index1.51

Hazardclass1.1A

Hazard Severe explosion hazard when shocked or heated. Toxic by ingestion.
Risk 3-26/27/28-33-52/53
Safety

Moderately toxic by ingestion. Ingestion of this compound can cause a drop in blood pressure and cardiac disturbances. A dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame; can react vigorously with oxidizing or reducing materials. A dangerous explosive sensitive to heat, shock, and vibration. Used in low-freezing dynamites and some permissible explosives. Upon decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NO_x. See also GLYCOL ETHERS, NITRATES, and EXPLOSIVES, HIGH.
Hazard Codes:
E: Explosive
T+: Very toxic 
Risk Statements about Diethylene glycol dinitrate (693-21-0):
R3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition.
R33 Danger of cumulative effects.
R26/27/28: Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R52/53: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Statements about Diethylene glycol dinitrate (693-21-0):
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges. 
S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets.
S36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

1.		orl-rat LD50:753 mg/kg		JACTDZ    Journal of the American College of Toxicology. 12 (1993),602.
2.		orl-mus LD50:1250 mg/kg		JOHYAY    Journal of Hygiene. 17 (1973),114.