MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.
PRODUCT NAME: Vegetable Glycerine Soap Base, General
SUPPLIER: The Soap Kitchen, 11a South Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8AA.
Emergency Tel No: 01805 622944 Emergency Contact: Mr. Richard Phillips
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.
DEFINITION/BOTANICAL ORIGIN: Formulated soap base 鈥? refer to INCI listing for ingredients specific to
type. May take the form or a clear, white, opaque or organic solid at ambient temperatures.
H-No: CAS No: Status:
CoE No: FEMA: Additives:
FDA: IFRA: Not Restricted Application: Cosmetic soaps
RIFM: EINECS: RTECS:
INCI name: Advised under separate cover FCCIV:
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Concentrated product. Do not ingest. Observe good housekeeping procedures.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:
INHALATION: No risk.
EYE CONTACT: Flush immediately with plenty of cold water until condition subsides.
SKIN CONTACT: No risk to usual skin types. Flush with plenty of water if irritation occurs.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth out with water. Not toxic 鈥? no significant risk.
OTHER: When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account
(Section 15)
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers, spraying
extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on
RECOMMENDED:
burning material.
SPECIAL MEASURES: None required in normal use conditions.
EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES: Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and
should be cooled with water spray.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: No risks posed in general contact.
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.
CLEANING UP METHODS Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Allow to
cool if liquid until solidification occurs. Scrape from surfaces with blunt
FOR SPILLAGES:
blade and sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container.
Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations. Residues may be
removed with water to final clean up.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE.
PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices. No
special risks or precautions generally required. Observe good personal
hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area
away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a
minimum.
FIRE PROTECTION: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No risk. In extreme cases remove to fresh air.
VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of working area.
HAND PROTECTION: Use chemically resistant gloves if required for prolonged contact.
EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
WORK/HYGIENE PRACTICES: Wash hands with water after handling.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.
COLOUR: White, opaque or clear or coloured as specified.
APPEARANCE: Solid at ambient. Liquid when heated.
ODOUR: Neutral base has slight odour. Fragranced bases are typical of
fragrance employed.
FLASH POINT 掳C: Not applicable.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @ 20掳C: Not applicable
REFRACTIVE INDEX @ 20掳C: NOT APPLICABLE
SOLUBILITY: Freely soluble in water.
FLAMMABILITY: NOT FLAMMABLE.
WATER CONTENT: 22 - 30%
FFA: 0.7 鈥? 1.1%
COLOUR: 0.5 RED / 5.0 YELLOW (LOVIDOND 5 录鈥? CELL) 鈥? FOR CLEAR PRODUCT
MICROBIOLOGICAL SPECIFICATION:
TVC <100 CFU / GM
GRAM NEGATIVE ORGANISMS ABSENT IN 1GM
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.
REACTIVITY: It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with
water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents.
DECOMPOSITION: Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion. No major
hazards known in decomposition.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
Not considered a hazardous substance. NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS but thought to be Acute Oral
LD50rat>5000mg/kg based on similar type products.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
BIODEGRADABILITY: Thought to be readily biodegradable (OECD 301B) based on tests on
similar products.
PRECAUTIONS: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Avoid excessive disposal to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice. Observe
specific local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
Road (ADR/RID): n/a
AIR (IATA): n/a
SEA (IMDG): n/a
CHIP: See section 15
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC
HAZARDS: n/a
SYMBOLS: n/a
RISK PHRASES: n/a
SAFETY PHRASES: n/a
16. OTHER INFORMATION.
Cosmetics Directive 7th Amendment: Not restricted
PACKAGING:
Type Suitability
Glass Yes
Lacquer lined steel/tin No
Aluminium Yes
HPPE Yes
F/HDPE Yes
Other plastic / films etc Yes
SHELF LIFE
When stored within advised conditions, re-test after 12 months then every 3 months up to a maximum
shelf life of 24 months.
Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.
In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.
The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this
product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable
sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its鈥? correctness or accuracy. It
is the user's responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume liability
for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information provided
does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and buyers
should seek to verify their requirements and product use.
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