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Material
Safety Data Sheets of Ammonium lauryl ether sulphate(AESA)
Section 1 product information
Formula: CH3-(CH2) n-(O-CH2-CH2) p -OSO3NH4
Mean Molecular Weight:Where n=9-15 p=2
Alternative Names: Ammonium Alkyl Ethoxy Sulphate
Ammonium C10-16 Alkyl Ethoxy Sulphate (Predominantly C12-C14)
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2 Hazards Identification
May cause some irritation to the mouth and upper digestive tract.
May cause significant skin irritation especially if exposure is
prolonged and/or repeated.
Contact with eyes can cause severe irritation. If not washed out
promptly, will injure the tissue, and permanent damage may result.
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3 First Aid
Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical
advice.
Wash the skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention if skin
appears damaged.
Immediately wash out the eye with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes holding the eye open.
Seek medical attention urgently.
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4 Fire-fighting Measures
Fumes containing carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and sulphur dioxide
may be formed in large fire.Use power, form, sand, water spray.Avoid
using large quantities of water.In case of fire, self-contained
breathing apparatus should be worn.
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5 Accidental Release measures
Contain and collect spillage.
Absorb on to sand / kieselguhr.
Failure to contain release must be reported to the local authority
and medical should be notified.
May make floor very slippery.
Wear impervious gloves/overalls and eye protection while clearing
up the spillage.
Do not wash into the drains.
Place in plastic barrels for disposal.
Do not mix with other waster materials.
Dispose of in accordance with Federal State and local authority
regulations.
Seek advice from the local waste authority or contact medical
for guidance.
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6 Handling and Storage
Store in plastic, plastic lined or stainless steel, tight closed
containers at between 5 and 40 degrees Centigrade.Do not store
close to strong oxidizing agents which could aggravate any fire
situation.
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7 Exposure control / Personal protection
Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes.
Working procedures should be designed to minimize worker exposure
to this product. When this
is not possible, the following personal protective equipment should
be provided.
Skin protection: Protective overalls and shoes/boots recommended
Hand protection: Impervious gloves recommended.
Eye protection: Safety face shield must be worn.
Respiratory protection: All personal protective equipment must
comply with the appropriate EEC (CE) standards and should be maintained
and stored to ensure continued suitability for use. Where necessary
workers should be trained in the effective use of the personal
protective equipment provided.No exposure standards have been
set for the substances present in this product.
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9 Stability and Reactivity
If the pH fails an exothermic reaction may occur releasing sulphuric
acid.
May react with strong oxidants.
Decomposition May start to hydrolyse >50 degC.
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10 Toxlcological Information
LD50(oral rat) >2000mg/Kg
Not classified as "Harmful if swallowed". May cause
some irritation of the mouth and upper
digestive tract. May produce significant skin irritation after
prolonged contact.
May cause severe, possibly permanent eye damage.
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11 Ecological Information
Ecoloxicity: The product is toxic to aquatic organisms.
Ecological Overview: Not expected to cause significant environment
impact.
Mobility: The product will dissolve in water.
Persistence / Degradability: This product is readily biodegradable
with respect to EC criteria.
Bio-accumulation: Product is surface active, Log Pow inappropriate.
Do not release into surface waters.
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12 Disposal Considerations
When disposing of waste or surplus material avoid contact with
the eye and skin. Impervious
gloves/over all sand a face shied must be worn.
Do not wash into the drains.
Do not mix with other waste materials.
Dispose of in accordance with Federal State and local authority
regulations.
Seek advice from the local waste authority or contact medical
for guidance.
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13 Regulatory Information
This preparation is classified according to the criteria laid
down in the EEC Directives on the
Control of Dangerous Substances and Preparations.
Irritant
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R38: Irritating to skin.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty
of water. Seek medical advice.
S39: Wear eye / face protection.
This product is classified on the basis of information compiled
by CESIO on the toxicological
properties of surfactants.
No exposure standards have been set for the substances present
in this product.
Wassergefahrdungsklasse (WGK): 2
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14 Other Information
A16.21 INVENTORY NAME(S): Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-sulfo-omega-hydroxy-,
C10-16-alkyl
ethers, sodium salts (TSCA, DSL, AICS)
Sodium Laureth Sulphate (INCI) CAS / 68585-34-2 or 9004-82-8 or
3088-31-1
Uses and Restrictions-The uses of this product include the following:
Surfactants. Cleaning.
Washing agents. Toiletries.
Dispersion agents. Foaming agents. Wetting agents.
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