ICSC 0502 - SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE

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SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE	ICSC: 0502 (April 2008)
Dodecyl sodium sulfate Lauryl sodium sulfate Sodium dodecyl sulfate

CAS #: 151-21-3

EC Number: 205-788-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Use powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.	According to UN GHS Criteria Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes skin and eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING

SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE

ICSC: 0502

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including sulfur oxides. Reacts with strong oxidants and strong acids.	Formula: C₁₂H₂₅O₄S.Na Molecular mass: 288.4 Melting point: 204°C Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 15 (moderate) Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.6

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including sulfur oxides. Reacts with strong oxidants and strong acids.

Formula: C₁₂H₂₅O₄S.Na
Molecular mass: 288.4
Melting point: 204°C
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 15 (moderate)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.6

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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