Material Safety Data Sheet Colonial SLES-3 Page 1 of 2 Emergency Telephone # 423/837-8800 Chemtrec 800/424-9300
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SECTION I – PRODUCT INFORMATION Colonial SLES-3 File: SLES-3 Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate Health – 1 Flammability – 1 Reactivity – 0 PP – B 9004-82-4 423/837-8800
THE CHEMTREC NUMBER IS TO BE CALLED ONLY IN THE EVENT OF CHEMICAL EMERGENCIES INVOLVING A SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT INVOLVING CHEMICALS. SECTION II – HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS None SECTION III – PHYSICAL DATA Appearance and Odor: Clear light yellow liquid with little or no odor Boiling Point: 212°F Specific Gravity (water =1): 1.0 Vapor Pressure: Same as water Vapor Density: Same as water % Volatile: 74.5 pH: 7.25 SECTION IV – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA Flash Point: None Extinguishing Media: Water for dried material Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and use protective clothing Decomposition Products: Dried material may produce CO, CO2, H2O, NxO and other products from the burning of aromatic hydrocarbons. SECTION V – REACTIVITY DATA Stability: Stable Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur Conditions To Avoid: None known Hazardous Decomposition Products: None SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA Routes of Entry / Potential Effects of Exposure: Eye Contact – May cause slight irritation. Skin Contact – May cause slight irritation. Inhalation – May cause slight irritation to mouth, throat, and digestive system. Ingestion – May cause slight irritation to throat, nose and lungs.
Colonial SLES-3
Page 2 of 2 SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA (CONTINUED)
First Aid: Eye Contact –
Flush eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists. Skin Contact – Wash skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and clean before reuse. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists. Inhalation – Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention. Ingestion – If swallowed, dilute by drinking two glasses of water. Induce vomiting and obtain medical attention immediately.
Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure: None known Chronic: None known Carcinogenicity: This product contains no ingredient listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA. SECTION VII – SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION Eye Protection: Safety goggles Protective Gloves: Use impervious gloves. Respiratory Protection: None required if good ventilation is maintained. Ventilation: Normal room ventilation Other Protective Equipment: Eyewash and safety showers in work area. Wear protective clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged contact. SECTION VIII – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS Handling and Storage: Use good hygienic practices. (Wash hands before eating, using washroom, or smoking. Store above 40°F. Containment: Soak up with absorbent, shovel into waste container, flush area with water. Do not discharge into lakes and streams. Use caution floor may be slipper. SECTION IX – REGULATORY INFORMATION TSCA: Listed in TSCA inventory. SARA TITLE III, SECTION 311, 312: Health and physical hazards – immediate SECTION X– WASTE DISPOSAL Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. SECTION XI – TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Proper Shipping Name: Liquid soap, N.O.S. DOT Hazard Classification: Not regulated REVISED 7-24-2006/J.STAFFORD
The above data is for information purposes only and is accurate to the best of Colonial Chemical, Inc.’s knowledge. No guarantees or liabilities are expressed or implied.