Personalformulator.com
97 S. Red Willow Rd.
Evanston, WY 82930
US 1-800-426-2457 Ext. 1003
Material Safety Data Sheet
Phenoxyethanol
Last Revised: 8/05/05
Signs of overexposure may also include central nervous system depression
1. Product Identification
characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, and
Product Name: Phenoxyethanol drowsiness. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma,
INCI Name: Phenoxyethanol and possible death. Brief contact with undiluted material may cause slight
Chem. N.: No data irritation. Repeated prolonged and widespread contact may result in
Ingredient(s) & CAS Number(s): 2- Phenoxyethanol 122-99-6 significant skin irritation and the possible absorption of potentially harmful
Ingredient(s) & EINECS Number(s): No data amounts. Beyond the skin irritation, additional signs and symptoms of
toxicity would be similar to ingestion. Inhalation of vapors at elevated
2. Physical and Chemical Properties temperatures or mists may cause irritation of the nose and upper respiratory
tract. Contact with eyes causes moderate to severe eye irritation including
Melting Point: Not available possible corneal injury. Based on animal studies, may cause developmental
Boiling Point: 473F toxicity under conditions of overexposure. Little or no adverse environmental
Evaporation Rate: Not available effects are anticipated.
Specific Gravity: 1.1 Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled
Solubility in Water: 2% Eye Contact: Causes moderate to severe eye irritation. Risk of serious
pH Value: Not available eye damage.
Appearance & Odor: Colorless, slightly viscous liquid, faint odor Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. Prolonged or widespread contact
may result in absorption of harmful amounts.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
3. Stability and Reactivity
Exposure Guidelines: No data
Chemical Stability: Stable
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents
8. First Aid Measures
Hazardous Decomposition: No data
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur Eyes: Immediately flush under running water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting upper and lower eyelids. Seek medical attention.
4. Handling and Storage Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and
water for 15 minutes. If contact has been widespread or prolonged, or if
Store in closed containers. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not irritation occurs, seek medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse.
inhale vapors. Store between 32F and 104F. Inhalation: Get victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration or oxygen
if breathing has stopped. Get prompt medical attention. Do not give fluids if
victim is unconscious.
5. Accidental Release Measures
Ingestion: Drink large quantities of water. Do not induce vomiting.
Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, contain spill and Seek immediate medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an
collect onto inert absorbent. Place in suitable container. unconscious person.
Physician鈥檚 Note: None known
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
9. Fire Fighting Measures
Respiratory Protection: If airborne concentrations pose a health
hazard, become irritating or exceed recommended limits, use a NIOSH Flash Point: -250F
approved respirator in accordance with OSHA respiratory protection Auto-ignition Temp: 995F
requirements under 29 CFR 1910.134. Extinguishing Media: Water, Alcohol foam, CO2, dry chemical,
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles water/fog spray
Protective Clothing: Clothing suitable to prevent skin contact, Fire Fighting Procedures: Exercise caution when fighting any
neoprene or nitrile gloves. chemical fire. Use a Niosh-approved self-contained breathing apparatus and
Engineering Controls: Local ventilation recommended-mechanical full protective clothing.
ventilation may be used. Fire and Explosion Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire
Other Protective Measures: No data conditions.
7. Hazards Identification 10. Toxicological Information
General: A mild skin irritant and a moderate to severe eye irritant Acute Oral LD50: 1,260 mg/kg
which may cause serious damage to the eyes. Systemic effects observed in Dermal and Eye Irritation Test: Mildly irritating
animals include hemolysis, kidney, and liver damage, central nervous system Carcinogenicity: No data
depression, and lesions in brain, lungs, and liver. Contact with lips, tongue, Mutagenicity: No data
and mucous membranes can result in numbness due to local anesthetic effect.
Moderately toxic by acute ingestion resulting in gastrointestinal irritation
with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, with possible liver and kidney injury.
Important Notice: The information presented herein is based on experimental data submitted by the manufacturers
of the raw materials and is considered scientifically correct; however, no warrant or representation, express or implied, is
made as to the accuracy or suitability of this information for application to the purchaser鈥檚 intended purpose or for
consequences of its use and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising
out of its use. Use these materials only as directed. If you have any questions regarding the proper interpretation of this
sheet or the meanings of any terms used, we strongly urge you to speak with your physician. For further information
concerning product safety and proper use, call the number listed on the front of the MSDS.
Personalformulator.com
97 S. Red Willow Rd.
Evanston, WY 82930
US 1-800-426-2457 Ext. 1003
Material Safety Data Sheet
Phenoxyethanol
Last Revised: 8/05/05
11. Disposal Considerations
Recommended disposal is by incineration in approved facilities. Follow
all local, state, and federal regulations.
Important Notice: The information presented herein is based on experimental data submitted by the manufacturers
of the raw materials and is considered scientifically correct; however, no warrant or representation, express or implied, is
made as to the accuracy or suitability of this information for application to the purchaser鈥檚 intended purpose or for
consequences of its use and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising
out of its use. Use these materials only as directed. If you have any questions regarding the proper interpretation of this
sheet or the meanings of any terms used, we strongly urge you to speak with your physician. For further information
concerning product safety and proper use, call the number listed on the front of the MSDS.
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