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           Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION





PRODUCT NAME

        CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL



SYNONYMS

       C18-H38-O.C16-H34-O, "cetearyl alcohol", "cetyl stearyl alcohol flake",

       "1-octadecanol, mixt. with 1-hexadecanol", "alcohols C16-18", "(C16-18)alkyl

       alcohol", "mixed tallow fatty alcohol", "cetyl stearyl alcohol mixture",

       "cetylstearyl alcohol", "cetylstearoyl higher fatty alcohol"



PRODUCT USE

        Used in cosmetic creams; for lotions, emulsions. Textile oils and finishes; as

        an antifoam agent. As a lubricant base.



SUPPLIER

Company: Quantum Chemicals Pty Ltd

Address:

70 Quantum Close

Quantum Industrial Park

Dandenong South VIC 3175

Australia

Telephone: 1300 782 688

Emergency Tel: 1300 131 001

Fax: 1300 782 699





HAZARD RATINGS



      Flammability

          Toxicity

     Body Contact

         Reactivity

          Chronic



           SCALE:      Min/Nil=0       Low=1       Moderate=2       High=3       Extreme=4





           Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION





STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE

        HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the

        Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code.

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POISONS SCHEDULE

         None



RISK

            Irritating to skin.

            Ingestion may produce health damage*.

            Vapours potentially cause drowsiness and dizziness*.

            * (limited evidence).



SAFETY

            Do not breathe dust.

            Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.





            Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS



NAME                                                                                         CAS RN       %

cetostearyl alcohol                                                                          67762-27-0

mixture typically containing

stearyl alcohol                                                                              112-92-5     50-80

cetyl alcohol                                                                                36653-82-4   20-35

other alcohols (as lauric alcohol)                                                                        1-15





            Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES





SWALLOWED

       If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.

       � If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.

       � If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down

       position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.

       � Observe the patient carefully.

       � Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced

       awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious

       � Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as

       casualty can comfortably drink.

       � Seek medical advice.



EYE

            If this product comes in contact with the eyes:

            � Wash out immediately with fresh running water.

            � Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from

            eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.

            � If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.

            � Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by

            skilled personnel.



SKIN

            If skin contact occurs:

            � Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear

            � Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).

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           � Seek medical attention in event of irritation.



INHALED

           � If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.

           � Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.

           � Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed,

           where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.

           � Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve

           resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if

           necessary.

           � Transport to hospital, or doctor.



NOTES TO PHYSICIAN

         To treat poisoning by the higher aliphatic alcohols:

         � Gastric lavage with copious amounts of water.

         � It may be beneficial to instill 60 ml of mineral oil into the stomach.

         � Oxygen and artificial respiration as needed.

         � Electrolyte balance: it may be useful to start 500 ml. M/6 sodium bicarbonate

         intravenously but maintain a cautious and conservative attitude toward

         electrolyte replacement unless shock or severe acidosis threatens.

         � To protect the liver, maintain carbohydrate intake by intravenous infusions of

         glucose.

         � Haemodialysis if coma is deep and persistent. [GOSSELIN, SMITH HODGE: Clinical

         Toxicology of Commercial Products, Ed 5)

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         BASIC TREATMENT

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         � Establish a patent airway with suction where necessary.

         � Watch for signs of respiratory insufficiency and assist ventilation as

         necessary.

         � Administer oxygen by non-rebreather mask at 10 t0 15 l/min.

         � Monitor and treat, where necessary, for shock.

         � Monitor and treat, where necessary, for pulmonary oedema.

         � Anticipate and treat, where necessary, for seizures.

         � DO NOT use emetics. Where ingestion is suspected rinse mouth and give up to

         200 ml water (5 ml/kg recommended) for dilution where patient is able to

         swallow, has a strong gag reflex and does not drool.

         � Give activated charcoal.

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         ADVANCED TREATMENT

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         � Consider orotracheal or nasotracheal intubation for airway control in

         unconscious patient or where respiratory arrest has occurred.

         � Positive-pressure ventilation using a bag-valve mask might be of use.

         � Monitor and treat, where necessary, for arrhythmias.

         � Start an IV D5W TKO. If signs of hypovolaemia are present use lactated Ringers

         solution. Fluid overload might create complications.

         � If the patient is hypoglycaemic (decreased or loss of consciousness,

         tachycardia, pallor, dilated pupils, diaphoresis and/or dextrose strip or

         glucometer readings below 50 mg), give 50% dextrose.

         � Hypotension with signs of hypovolaemia requires the cautious administration of

         fluids. Fluid overload might create complications.

         � Drug therapy should be considered for pulmonary oedema.

         � Treat seizures with diazepam.

         � Proparacaine hydrochloride should be used to assist eye irrigation.

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         EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

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         � Laboratory analysis of complete blood count, serum electrolytes, BUN,

         creatinine, glucose, urinalysis, baseline for serum aminotransferases (ALT and

         AST), calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, may assist in establishing a treatment

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              regime. Other useful analyses include anion and osmolar gaps, arterial blood

              gases (ABGs), chest radiographs and electrocardiograph.

              � Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)-assisted ventilation may be required

              for acute parenchymal injury or adult respiratory distress syndrome.

              � Acidosis may respond to hyperventilation and bicarbonate therapy.

              � Haemodialysis might be considered in patients with severe intoxication.

              � Consult a toxicologist as necessary. BRONSTEIN, A.C. and CURRANCE, P.L.

              EMERGENCY CARE FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EXPOSURE: 2nd Ed. 1994.





              Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES





EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

� Jets of water.

� Water spray or fog.

� Foam.

� Dry chemical powder.

� BCF (where regulations permit).

� Carbon dioxide.



FIRE FIGHTING

� Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.

� Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.

� Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water

course.

� Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.

� Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.

� Do not approach containers suspected to be hot.

� Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.

� If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.



FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD

� Combustible.

� Slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.

� Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of

containers.

� On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).

� May emit acrid smoke.

� Mists containing combustible materials may be explosive.

Other combustion products include carbon dioxide (CO2).



FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY

Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids,

chlorine bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result.



HAZCHEM

              None



Personal Protective Equipment

          Gloves, boots (chemical resistant).





              Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES





EMERGENCY PROCEDURES



      MINOR SPILLS

          � Remove all ignition sources.

          � Clean up all spills immediately.

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             � Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.

             � Control personal contact by using protective equipment.

             � Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite.

             � Wipe up.

             � Place in a suitable labelled container for waste disposal.



      MAJOR SPILLS

          Minor hazard.

          � Clear area of personnel and move upwind.

          � Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.

          � Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.

          � Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water

          course.

          � No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.

          � Increase ventilation.

          � Stop leak if safe to do so.

          � Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.

          � Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.

          � Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.

          � Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.

          � Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.

          � If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.



EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)

The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all

individuals could be exposed for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing



  life-threatening health effects is:

      stearyl alcohol      750 ppm

      cetyl alcohol        300 mg/m³



  irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could

  impair an individual's ability to take protective action is:

     stearyl alcohol        50 ppm

     cetyl alcohol          60 mg/m³



  other than mild, transient adverse effects

  without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:

     stearyl alcohol       7.5 ppm

     cetyl alcohol         7.5 mg/m³



  The threshold concentration below which most people.

  will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:

     stearyl alcohol      2.5 ppm

     cetyl alcohol        2.5 mg/m³



American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)



Ingredients considered according to the following cutoffs

   Very Toxic (T+)     >= 0.1%                Toxic (T)          >= 3.0%

   R50                 >= 0.25%               Corrosive (C)      >= 5.0%

   R51                 >= 2.5%

else                   >= 10%

where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture



SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS

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  +      X        +       X       0        +

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+: May be stored together

O: May be stored together with specific preventions

X: Must not be stored together





           Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.





           Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE





PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING

       Avoid generating and breathing mist.

       � Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.

       � Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.

       � Use in a well-ventilated area.

       � Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.

       � DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.

       � Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.

       � Avoid contact with incompatible materials.

       � When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.

       � Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.

       � Avoid physical damage to containers.

       � Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.

       � Work clothes should be laundered separately.

       � Use good occupational work practice.

       � Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.

       � Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards

       to ensure safe working conditions.

       � Overheating of ethoxylates in air should be avoided. When some ethoxylates are

       heated vigorously in the presence of air or oxygen, at temperatures exceeding

       160 C, they may undergo exothermic oxidative degeneration resulting in

       self-heating and autoignition.

       � Nitrogen blanketing will minimise the potential for ethoxylate oxidation.

       � Trace quantities of ethylene oxide may be present in the material. Although

       these may accumulate in the headspace of storage and transport vessels,

       concentrations are not expected to exceed levels which might produce a

       flammability or worker exposure hazard.



SUITABLE CONTAINER

         � Metal can or drum

         � Packaging as recommended by manufacturer.

         � Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.



STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY

        � Avoid oxidising agents, acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.

        Avoid aldehydes and halogens.



STORAGE REQUIREMENTS

        � Store in original containers.

        � Keep containers securely sealed.

        � No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.

        � Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

        � Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.

        � Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.

        � Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.

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            Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION





EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Source                             Material             TWA       TWA       STEL     STEL    Peak     Peak

                                                        ppm       mg/m³     ppm      m5/m³   ppm      mg/m³

_________________________          ________________     _____     _____     _____    _____   _____    _____

Australia Exposure                 cetostearyl                    10

Standards                          alcohol

Australia Exposure                 stearyl alcohol                10

Standards

Australia Exposure                 cetyl alcohol                  10

Standards



The following materials had no OELs on our record under the following CAS or Chemwatch (CW) numbers

cetostearyl alcohol: No data available for CAS:67762-27-0 CAS:8005-44-5

stearyl alcohol: No data available for CAS:112-92-5

cetyl alcohol: No data available for CAS:36653-82-4





These "dusts" have little adverse effect on the lungs and do not produce toxic

effects or organic disease. Although there is no dust which does not evoke some

cellular response at sufficiently high concentrations, the cellular response

caused by P.N.O.C.s has the following characteristics:

� the architecture of the air spaces remain intact,

� scar tissue (collagen) is not synthesised to any degree,

� tissue reaction is potentially reversible.

Extensive concentrations of P.N.O.C.s may:

� seriously reduce visibility,

� cause unpleasant deposits in the eyes, ears and nasal passages,

� contribute to skin or mucous membrane injury by chemical or mechanical action,

per se, or by the rigorous skin cleansing procedures necessary for their

removal. [ACGIH]

This limit does not apply:

� to brief exposures to higher concentrations

� nor does it apply to those substances that may cause physiological impairment

at lower concentrations but for which a TLV has as yet to be determined.

This exposure standard applies to particles which

� are insoluble or poorly soluble* in water or, preferably, in aqueous lung

fluid (if data is available) and

� have a low toxicity (i.e.. are not cytotoxic, genotoxic, or otherwise

chemically reactive with lung tissue, and do not emit ionizing radiation, cause

immune sensitization, or cause toxic effects other than by inflammation or by a

mechanism of lung overload).



    INGREDIENT DATA

STEARYL ALCOHOL:

   Not available. Refer to individual constituents.



CETYL ALCOHOL:

  These "dusts" have little adverse effect on the lungs and do not produce toxic

  effects or organic disease. Although there is no dust which does not evoke some

  cellular response at sufficiently high concentrations, the cellular response

  caused by P.N.O.C.s has the following characteristics:

  · the architecture of the air spaces remain intact,

  · scar tissue (collagen) is not synthesised to any degree,

  · tissue reaction is potentially reversible.

  Extensive concentrations of P.N.O.C.s may:

  · seriously reduce visibility,

  · cause unpleasant deposits in the eyes, ears and nasal passages,

  · contribute to skin or mucous membrane injury by chemical or mechanical action,

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   per se, or by the rigorous skin cleansing procedures necessary for their

   removal. [ACGIH]

   This limit does not apply:

   · to brief exposures to higher concentrations

   · nor does it apply to those substances that may cause physiological impairment

   at lower concentrations but for which a TLV has as yet to be determined.

   This exposure standard applies to particles which

   · are insoluble or poorly soluble* in water or, preferably, in aqueous lung

   fluid (if data is available) and

   · have a low toxicity (i.e.. are not cytotoxic, genotoxic, or otherwise

   chemically reactive with lung tissue, and do not emit ionizing radiation, cause

   immune sensitization, or cause toxic effects other than by inflammation or by a

   mechanism of lung overload).



PERSONAL PROTECTION









     EYE

           � Safety glasses with side shields; or as required,

           � Chemical goggles.

           � Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and

           concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens

           or restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This

           should include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of

           chemicals in use and an account of injury experience. Medical and first-aid

           personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be

           readily available. In the event of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation

           immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be

           removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed

           in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC

           NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].



     HANDS/FEET

         Wear chemical protective gloves. eg. PVC gloves with barrier cream

         Wear safety footwear.



     OTHER

         � Overalls.

         � Eyewash unit.



     RESPIRATOR

         Protection Factor           Half-Face                 Full-Face     Powered Air

                                     Respirator                Respirator    Respirator

           10 x ES                   A P1 Air-line*            --            A PAPR-P1 -

           50 x ES                   Air-line**                A P2          A PAPR-P2

           100 x ES                  -                         A P3          -

                                                               Air-line*     -

           100+ x ES                 -                         Air-line**    A PAPR-P3



           * - Negative pressure demand ** - Continuous flow.



           The local concentration of material, quantity and

           conditions of use determine the type of personal

           protective equipment required.

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           For further information consult site specific

           CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your

           Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.



ENGINEERING CONTROLS

        Use in a well-ventilated area.

        General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. Local exhaust

        ventilation may be required in specific circumstances. If risk of overexposure

        exists, wear approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate

        protection. Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.

        Air contaminants generated in the workplace possess varying "escape" velocities

        which, in turn, determine the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air

        required to effectively remove the contaminant.



           Type of Contaminant:                                Air Speed:

           solvent " "vapours " degreasing "etc.               0.25-0.5 m/s (50-100 f/min)

           " evaporating from tank (in still

           air).

           aerosols " fumes from pouring                       0.5-1 m/s (100-200 f/min.)

           "operations " intermittent container

           "filling " low speed conveyer

           "transfers " "welding " spray "drift "

           plating acid "fumes " pickling

           (released at low velocity into zone of

           active generation)

           direct "spray " spray painting in                   1-2.5 m/s (200-500 f/min.)

           shallow "booths " drum "filling "

           conveyer "loading " crusher "dusts "

           gas discharge (active generation into

           zone of rapid air motion)

           grinding " abrasive "blasting "                     2.5-10 m/s (500-2000 f/min.)

           "tumbling " high speed wheel generated

           dusts (released at high initial

           velocity into zone of very high rapid

           air motion).



           Within each range the appropriate value depends on:



           Lower end of the range                             Upper end of the range

           1: Room air currents minimal or                    1: Disturbing room air currents

           favourable to capture

           2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of              2: Contaminants of high toxicity

           nuisance value only.

           3: Intermittent, low production.                   3: High production, heavy use

           4: Large hood or large air mass in                 4: Small hood-local control only

           motion



           Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the

           opening of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the

           square of distance from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the

           air speed at the extraction point should be adjusted, accordingly, after

           reference to distance from the contaminating source. The air velocity at the

           extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2 m/s (200-400 f/min) for

           extraction of solvents generated in a tank 2 meters distant from the extraction

           point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within

           the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are

           multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or

           used.

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            Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES





APPEARANCE

        Family of products which vary in their physical properties as a result of

        variations in production. Data presented here is for typical family member.

        Waxy white flakes or granules with a mild soapy odour.                    Soluble in ether,

        ethanol, methanol, benzene, acetone and chloroform. Insoluble in water.

        Material is a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols with some lauric also.

        Available as Technical, Cosmetic grades.



PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Solid.

Does not mix with water.

Floats on water.



Molecular Weight: Not applicable                           Boiling Range (°C): >249

Melting Range (°C): 43-53                                  Specific Gravity (water=1): 0.810

Solubility in water (g/L): Partly miscible                 pH (as supplied): Not applicable

pH (1% solution): Not applicable                           Vapour Pressure (kPa): <0.1 (22 deg C)

Volatile Component (%vol): Negligible                      Evaporation Rate: Not applicable

Relative Vapour Density (air=1): >1                        Flash Point (°C): >132

Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not available                   Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not available

Autoignition Temp (°C): Not available                      Decomposition Temp (°C): >250

State: Divided solid





            Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION





CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY

         � Presence of incompatible materials.

         � Product is considered stable.

         � Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.





            Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION





POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS



ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS



      SWALLOWED

          The material is moderately discomforting to the gastro-intestinal tract and may

          be harmful if swallowed in large quantity.

          Ingestion may result in nausea, pain, vomiting. Vomit entering the lungs by

          aspiration may cause potentially lethal chemical pneumonitis.

          Overexposure to non-ring alcohols causes nervous system symptoms. These include

          headache, muscle weakness and inco-ordination, giddiness, confusion, delirium

          and coma. Digestive symptoms may include nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

          Aspiration is much more dangerous than ingestion because lung damage can occur

          and the substance is absorbed into the body. Alcohols with ring structures and

          secondary and tertiary alcohols cause more severe symptoms, as do heavier

          alcohols.



      EYE

            The liquid is discomforting to the eyes and is capable of causing a mild,

            temporary redness of the conjunctiva (similar to wind-burn), temporary

            impairment of vision and/ or other transient eye damage/ ulceration.

            The vapour from heated material is highly discomforting to the eyes.

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             The material may be irritating to the eye, with prolonged contact causing

             inflammation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to irritants may produce

             conjunctivitis.



      SKIN

             The liquid may produce skin discomfort following prolonged contact. Defatting

             and/or drying of the skin may lead to dermatitis.

             Most liquid alcohols appear to act as primary skin irritants in humans.

             Significant percutaneous absorption occurs in rabbits but not apparently in man.

             The material may accentuate any pre-existing dermatitis condition.

             The material may cause severe skin irritation after prolonged or repeated

             exposure and may produce on contact skin redness, swelling, the production of

             vesicles, scaling and thickening of the skin. Repeated exposures may produce

             severe ulceration.



      INHALED

          Not normally a hazard due to non-volatile nature of product.

          The vapour from heated material is discomforting to the upper respiratory tract

          and lungs if inhaled.

          Inhalation of vapour may aggravate a pre-existing respiratory condition such as

          asthma, bronchitis, emphysema.

          Central nervous system (CNS) depression may include general discomfort, symptoms

          of giddiness, headache, dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed reaction

          time, slurred speech and may progress to unconsciousness. Serious poisonings may

          result in respiratory depression and may be fatal.



      CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS

          Principal routes of exposure are by accidental skin and eye contact and by

          inhalation of vapours especially at higher temperatures. No human exposure data

          available. For this reason health effects described are based on experience with

          chemically related materials. As with any chemical product, contact with

          unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour, mist or dust in work place

          atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by observing good

          occupational work practice.



TOXICITY AND IRRITATION

No significant acute toxicological data identified in literature search.



STEARYL ALCOHOL:

TOXICITY                                                              IRRITATION

Oral (rat) LD50: 20000 mg/kg                                          Skin (rabbit): 500 mg

500 mg/24h; Mild                                                      Mild



CETYL ALCOHOL:

TOXICITY                                                              IRRITATION

Oral (rat) LD50: 5000 mg/kg                                           Skin (human): 75 mg/3d-I Mild

Inhalation (rat) LCLo: 2220 mg/m³/6h                                  Skin (human): 50 mg/48h Mild

Skin (rabbit): 2600 mg/kg/24h Mild

Eye (rabbit): 82 mg Mild





             Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION



             Alcohol ethoxylates are generally biodegradable and do not persist for any

             substantial period in the environment. Contamination of natural waters, however,

             should be avoided.

             A EU Risk Assessment Report (RAR) concluded that octyl- and nonyl- phenol

             ethoxylates are not readily biodegradable but are inherently biodegradable

             As a group, these materials are generally toxic to fish with LC50s ranging,

             typically, between 1-6 mg/l.

             Of special concern are the following families which are classified as

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                                                                         Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION



          "Environmentally Hazardous Substances" by either or both the ADR (Accord

          Europeen Relatif au Transport International des Merchandises Dangerous par

          Route) and the IMDG Code (International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code).

          alcohols C 6-17 (secondary) with 3-6 moles of ethoxylation.

          alcohols C12-15 with 1-3 moles of ethoxylation (1-6 moles of ethoxylation IMDG)

          alcohols C13-15 with 1-6 moles of ethoxylation.



          New aquatic data suggests that

          alcohols C 8-9 branched with 3-10 moles of ethoxylation

          alcohols C 8-9 branched with > 10 moles of ethoxylation should also be

          classified as 'harmful to the environment"



          These alcohols may also be found linked to aromatic structures (in nonylphenol

          ethoxylates for example). The current consensus determines that such entities

          become Environmental Toxins by association.

          Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:



          STEARYL ALCOHOL:

          log Kow: 0.72

          Toxicity Fish: LC50(96)55.61-77.5mg/L

          Toxicity invertebrate: LC50(96)53.39mg/L

          Effects on algae and plankton: v tox



          CETYL ALCOHOL:

          Degradation Biological: significant





          Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS



          � Consult manufacturer for recycling options and recycle where possible .

          � Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.

          � Incinerate residue at an approved site.

          � Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.





          Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION





HAZCHEM

          None





          NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN,IATA,IMDG





          Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION





POISONS SCHEDULE

         None



REGULATIONS



          cetostearyl alcohol (CAS: 67762-27-0) is found on the following regulatory

          lists;

          Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)

          International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) - High Production Volume

          List

          OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals



          No data available for cetostearyl alcohol as CAS: 8005-44-5.

                                  CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL

Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet

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           Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION





Denmark Advisory list for selfclassification of dangerous substances

         Substance                                           CAS              Suggested codes

         cetyl alcohol                                       36653-82-4       N;R51/53





Ingredients with multiple CAS Numbers



           Ingredient Name            CAS

           cetostearyl alcohol        67762-27-0, 8005-44-5





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