Updated May 23, 2007
Ceteareth-20
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact : no irritation is likely to occur; if symptoms develop
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
seek medical attention.
Product Name: ceteareth-20 Skin Contact: no irritation is likely to occur
I NCI Name: ceteareth-20 I ngestion: no evidence from adverse effects from available
Synonyms: polyoxyethylene ether of cetyl/ stearyl alcohol information.
CAS Number: 68439-49-6
EI NECS Number: 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Origin: synthetic
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 20
minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with plenty of water.
40oC (104oF)
Melting Point: I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
Boiling Point: not applicable difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Vapor Density, Air= 1: >1 I ngestion: Drink water. Do not induce vomiting. Consult medical
< 1 mmHg at 25oC
Vapor Pressure: personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Specific Gravity: not determined
Solubility in w ater: dissolves in water & alcohols 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
pH Value: 5 - 7 (10% solution)
Flash Point: > 175oC (> 347oC)
Appearance & Odor: white powder, no odor
Extinguishing Media: water spray, foam, carbon dioxide
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
I ncompatibility: May react with strong oxidizing agents the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Hazardous Decomposition: biodegradable; burning can produce
carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide 10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur
Acute LD50: not data available
Dermal and Eye I rritation Test: not data available
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
Carcinogenicity: not data available
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all Mutagenicity: not data available
chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed
11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
when handling this material.
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
generator.
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
DOT Shipping Name: Refer to corresponding hazard class
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
ADR/ RI C Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
Sea Transport I MDG Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
Air Transport I ATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class
container. If damp, flush with water.
13. DI SCLAI MER
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure likely exceeds accep-
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
table criteria, use NIOSH/ OSHA-approved respiratory equipment.
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
for eye protection.
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
information for his own particular use.
General: no specific health hazards reported.
I nhalation: no evidence from toxic effects from available
information.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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