Ammonium lauryl sulphate(LSA)|GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION LIMITED

MSDS of Ammonium lauryl sulphate(LSA)

Material Safety Data Sheets of Ammonium lauryl sulphate(LSA)

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, 28%

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate 2235-54-3 or 2868081-96-9
Water 7732-18-5 65.0-70.0
Formaldehyde 50-00-0 0.03-0.05
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available. Formaldehyde
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 42 mg/kg [Mouse]. Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 100 mg/kg [Rat] Acute toxicity of the mist(LC50):
454000 mg/m 4 hours [Mouse].

Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation
(lung irritant).
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH, 2A (Probable for human.) by
IARC [Formaldehyde gas or Formaldehyde].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. [Formaldehyde gas or Formaldehyde].
Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. [Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde].
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available

Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. 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. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Points: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits: Not applicable.
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Non-explosive in presence of shocks.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available

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. Be careful that
the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

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.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits:
Formaldehyde gas
STEL: 0.3 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]
STEL: 0.37 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]
TWA: 0.75 STEL: 2 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 2 STEL: 2 (ppm) [United Kingdom (UK)]
TWA: 2.5 STEL: 2.5 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)]
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable.
Color: Colorless to light yellow.
pH (1% soln/water): Neutral.
Boiling Point: The lowest known value is 100¡ãC (212¡ãF) (Water).
Melting Point: Not available.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.01-1.05(Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: The highest known value is 2.3 kPa (@ 20¡ãC) (Water).
Vapor Density: The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Water).
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Non-ionic.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water
Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not Available
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact.
Toxicity to Animals:
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate:
LD50: Not Available
LC50: Not available
Formaldehyde:
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 42 mg/kg [Mouse].
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 100 mg/kg [Rat]
Acute toxicity of the mist(LC50): 454000 mg/m
4 hours [Mouse].
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Chronic Effects on Humans:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH, 2A (Probable for human.) by
IARC [Formaldehyde gas or Formaldehyde].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. [Formaldehyde gas or Formaldehyde].
Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. [Formaldehyde gas or Formaldehyde].
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not Available
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May affect genetic material
May cause adverse reproductive effects (paternal and maternal effects and fetotoxicity) and birth defects.
May cause cancer. (Formaldehyde gas or Formaldehyde)
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes skin irritation. May have drying effect on the skin.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: No information.
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
(Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate)

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 of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not Available

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).
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute:
Formaldehyde
California prop. 65 (no significant risk level): Formaldehyde: 0.04 mg/day (inhalation)
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
Connecticut hazardous material survey.: Formaldehyde
Illinois toxic substances disclosure to employee act: Formaldehyde
Illinois chemical safety act: Formaldehyde
New York release reporting list: Formaldehyde
New York acutely hazardous substances: Formaldehyde
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Formaldehyde
Pennsylvania RTK: Formaldehyde
Minnesota: Formaldehyde Solution
Massachusetts RTK: Formaldehyde
Massachusetts spill list: Formaldehyde
New Jersey: Formaldehyde
New Jersey spill list: Formaldehyde
Louisiana RTK reporting list: Formaldehyde
Louisiana spill reporting: Formaldehyde
California Director's List of Hazardous Substances: Formaldehyde
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate; Water; Formaldehyde
TSCA 4(f) priority risk review: Formaldehyde
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: Formaldehyde
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Formaldehyde
CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Formaldehyde Solution: 100 lbs. (45.36 kg);
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC):
R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S28- After contact with skin, wash immediately
with plenty of water.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: h
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.