Personalformulator.com
97 S. Red Willow Rd.
Evanston, WY 82930
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Steareth-2
Last Revised: 6/29/06
Inhalation: High concentrations of mist or aerosols may irritate
1. Product Identification
respiratory passages. No toxic effects are known to be associated with
Product Name: Steareth-2 inhalation of this material.
Chem. N.: Steareth-2 (PEG-2 Stearyl Ether) Eye Contact: This material may irritate human eyes following contact.
Ingredient(s) & CAS Number(s): Polyoxyethylene (2) Stearyl Ether Contact with this material may cause local eye anesthesia.
9005-00-9 Skin Contact: Short contact periods with human skin are not usually
associated with skin irritation. Repeated contact can result in moderate
2. Physical and Chemical Properties irritation. Prolonged contact can result in moderate skin irritation. This
product will probably not be absorbed through human skin.
Melting Point: ~107-115 deg. F, 42-46 deg. C Ingestion: This material is not likely to cause irritation upon ingestion.
Freezing Point: ~107-115 deg. F, 42-46 deg. C No toxic effects are expected following ingestion of this product.
% Volatile by Volume: Negligible Exposure Guidelines: No ACGIH or OSHA PEL minimize exposure
Specific Gravity: ~1.07 in accordance with good hygiene practice.
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Appearance & Odor: White waxy solid
8. First Aid Measures
3. Stability and Reactivity Eyes: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If
redness, itching or burning sensation develops, have eyes examined and
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions treated by medical personnel.
Incompatibility: Oxidizing agents Skin: Wash material off the skin with plenty of soap and water. If
Hazardous Decomposition: Combustion Products: Carbon dioxide, redness, itching or burning sensation develops, get medical attention.
carbon monoxide Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If a cough or other respiratory
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur symptoms develop, consult medical personnel.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to
4. Handling and Storage drink and refer to medical personnel, or take direction from either a
physician or poison control center. Never give anything by mouth to an
Storage Requirements: 50-90 deg. F in original closed container unconscious person.
Precautions to take during handling and storage: Prevent skin and eye
contact, do not swallow, normal chemical handling and storage
9. Fire Fighting Measures
5. Accidental Release Measures Flash Point: > 200 deg. F, 93 deg. C (CC)
Extinguishing Media: Water fog, alcohol foam, carbon dioxide, dry
Caution! Floors may become slippery. Wear appropriate protective chemicals, halogenated agents
equipment and NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator where mist or vapors of Fire Fighting Procedures: Self-contained breathing apparatus with
unknown concentrations may be generated (self-contained breathing full-face piece and protective clothing.
apparatus preferred) Dike and contain spill with inert material (sand, earth
etc.) and transfer the liquid and solid separately to containers for recovery or
10. Toxicological Information
disposal. Keep spill out of sewers and open bodies of water.
Acute Oral LD50: Is greater than 15 g/kg. This material is classified as
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection 鈥渞elatively harmless鈥? by ingestion
Dermal and Eye Irritation Test: This material is non-irritating in
Respiratory Protection: Not normally needed if controls are rabbit eye irritation studies. However, based on similar materials, this
adequate. material may cause eye irritation following contact with human eyes. This
Eye Protection: Chemical tight goggles material was not a skin sensitizer in human patch tests.
Protective Clothing: Impervious gloves Carcinogenicity: This material is not listed as a carcinogen by OSHA,
Engineering Controls: Use ventilation adequate to maintain safe IARC and NTP
levels
Other Protective Measures: Eyewash stations in work area
11. Disposal Considerations
7. Hazards Identification Discarded product is not a hazardous waste under RCRA, 40 CFR 261
Container disposal: Empty container retains residue. Observe all hazard
General: Limited toxicity data are available on this specific product; precautions. Do not distribute, make available, furnish or reuse empty
this health hazard assessment is based on the results of screening tests and container except for storage and shipment of original product. Remove all
information available on similar products. May cause eye irritation. May product residue from container and puncture or otherwise destroy empty
cause local eye anesthesia. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin containers before disposal.
irritation. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Entry Routes: Eye contact, skin contact and inhalation
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
Steareth-2
Last Revised: 6/29/06
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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