Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Common Name/
Trade Name
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact
(permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly
clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not available.
Flash Points CLOSED CUP: 94°C (201.2°F). OPEN CUP: >100°C (212° F) (Cleveland.).
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.
Various Substances Non-flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks, of oxidizing materials, of reducing
materials, of combustible materials, of organic materials, of metals, of acids, of alkalis.
Because of the large amount of water contained in the product, the product might be combustible only after
partial or complete evaporation.
Explosion Hazards in Presence Non-explosive in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks.
of Various Substances
Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local
and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical
advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from
incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection Splash goggles. Lab coat. Gloves. Respiratory protection is not necessary for normal handling. Good room
ventilation or use of local exhaust (fume hood) is sufficient. Use a vapor respirator under conditions where
exposure to the substance is apparent (e.g. generation of high concentrations of mist or vapor, inadequate
ventilation, development of respiratory tract irritation), and engineering controls are not feasible. Be sure to
use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
a Large Spill specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Liquid. Odor Not available.
Taste Not available.
Molecular Weight Not applicable.
Colorless to light yellow. Clear
Color
pH (1% soln/water) Not available
Boiling Point 100°C (212°F)
Not available.
Melting Point
Critical Temperature Not available.
1.03 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure The highest known value is 2.3 kPa (@ 20°C) (Water) .
Vapor Density The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Water).
Volatility Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Ionicity (in Water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties See solubility in water.
Solubility Soluble in cold water.
Soluble in alcohol and glycols
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Instability Temperature Not available.
Conditions of Instability Excess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various Reactive with oxidizing agents.
substances
Not available.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks on Not available.
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 4848 - 5000 mg/kg (Rat) (Calculated value for the mixture).
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), pf eye contact (irritant).
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on This product contains <0.1% Formaldehyde which can cause cancer.
Chronic Effects on Humans This product contains trace amounts of 1,4-Dioxane and Ethylene Oxide which can cause cancer.
This product may contain trace amounts of Ethylene oxide which may cause adverse reproductive effects and
birth defects.
Special Remarks on other Acute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans Skin: Causes skin irritation. It may be absorbed through the skin.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Inhalation of mist or vapors may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: Low hazard. May cause digestive/gastrointestinal tract irritation.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
may arise.
Toxicity of the Products Not available.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Not applicable.
Identification
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
Federal and State
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute:
Regulations
Formaldehyde, 1,4-dioxane, Ethylene oxide
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause reproductive harm (female) which would require a warning under the statute: Ethylene oxide
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Formaldehyde, 1,4-dioxane, Ethylene oxide
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Water; Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate
California California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Formaldehyde, 1,4-dioxane,
Proposition 65
Ethylene oxide
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations For CAS no. 9004-82-4:
EINECS: This product is not on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
China: Listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Listed on AICS.
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC) R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection
0 Flammability
0 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
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WHMIS (Canada)
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate
DSCL (Europe)
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TDG (Canada)
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ADR (Europe)
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Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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