Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) provided by Elchemy, the trusted supplier of SLES. The SDS contains important information regarding the safe handling, storage, and usage of SLES. It includes details on the physical and chemical properties of SLES, as well as potential hazards and precautions to take when working with this substance. It is imperative that you read the SDS and abide by the suggested safety precautions.
1. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Sodium Laureth Sulphate
SECTION I: Identification of the Substance and the Company
1. Identification:
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Sodium Laureth Sulphate
CAS-No. : 68891-38-3
Synonyms : No information available
2. Recommended Use and Restriction of Use:
Use of the substance/mixture : It is used as raw material for manufacture of
personal care and home care products. Used in dyeing, printing and leather industry
as cleanser, foaming agent and degreasing agent.
3. Supplier Details:
Company name: BizinBiz Technologies Pvt Ltd
Company Address: A-448, Pocket 2, Sector 8, Rohini,
New Delhi, Pin Code: 110085, India
Company Web Site: www.elchemy.com
Mobile number: +919867099519
Email Id: info@elchemy.com
SECTION II: Hazards Identification
1. Classification of substance or mixture:
WHMIS 2015 Classification: Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products
Regulations (SOR/2015-17)
2. Label Elements:
Signal Word
Danger
3. Other hazards:
Harmful if swallowed
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
May cause respiratory irritation
2. 4. Unknown Acute Toxicity:
Not applicable
SECTION III: Composition/Information on Ingredients
1. Substances:
Name: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
70% Aqueous Solution
Product identifier:
CAS No.: 68891-38-3
EINECS No.: 500-234-8
SECTION IV: First Aid Measures
1. Description of necessary first aid measures:
a. First-aid measures general : Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in
attendance. Immediate medical attention is required.
b. First-aid measures after inhalation : If symptoms are experienced, remove
sources of contamination or move victims to fresh air. If symptoms persist, get
medical attention. If the affected person is not breathing, apply artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
c. First-aid measures after skin contact : Immediately take off all
contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. For skin
contact, flush with large amounts of water. Get medical attention or advice.
d. First-aid measures after eye contact : Immediately flush eyes with water for
at least 15 minutes, while holding eyelids open. Seek medical attention at
once.
e. First-aid measures after ingestion : If the material is swallowed, get
immediate medical attention or advice. Do not induce vomiting.
2. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Treat symptomatically
SECTION V: Fire Fighting Measures
1. Extinguishing Media:
Suitable extinguishing media : Powder, foam, sand, water spray.
Un-suitable extinguishing media : Avoid using large quantities of water.
3. 2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
a. Hazardous decomposition products in case of fire : Fumes containing
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide may be formed in large
fires.
3. Advice for firefighters:
a. Protection during firefighting : Firefighters should wear full fire-fighting
turn-out gear including NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus
with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure
mode.
SECTION VI: Accidental Release Measures
1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Refer to section 8 for proper personal protective equipment.
2. Environmental precautions:
Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.
3. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
a. Methods for cleaning up : Small Spills: Absorb with earth, sand or other
non-combustible material and transfer to containers for later disposal.
Large Spills: Dike ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. Dispose of in
accordance with Federal, State and local authority regulations.
4. Other Information:
Surfaces may become slippery after spillage.
SECTION VII: Handling and Storage
1. Precautions for safe handling:
a. Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash
thoroughly after handling. As with all chemicals, good industrial hygiene
practices should be followed when handling this material.
b. Hygiene measures : Observe normal hygiene standards.
2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Store in plastic, plastic lined or stainless steel, tightly closed containers at 15~40
℃.
Do not store close to strong oxidizing agents which could aggravate any fire
4. situation.
SECTION VIII: Exposure Controls
1. Appropriate engineering controls:
Local exhaust is suggested for use, where possible, in enclosed or confined spaces.
2. Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment:
a. Hand protection: Impervious gloves recommended.
b. Eye protection: Safety goggles and face shield recommended.
c. Skin and body protection: Protective overalls and safety shoes/boots
recommended.
d. Respiratory protection: Not Required.
e. Personal protective equipment symbol(s):
SECTION IX: Physical and Chemical Properties
General Information:
1. Appearance: Pale straw paste
2. Odor: Characteristic
3. Set point(oC): ca. 7
4. Boiling Range/Point(°C) : > 100
5. Relative Density (20 °C): ca. 1.10
6. Water Solubility (20 °C): ca. 400g/l
7. Solubility in ethanol: Soluble @ 20 ℃
8. pH(20 °C)(20g/l): 7.0-9.0
9. Flash Point (°C) : Not applicable
5. SECTION X: Stability and Reactivity
1. Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions.
2. Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with oxidizing agents.
3. Hazardous decomposition products:Upon decomposition, this product may yield
sulfur dioxide and oxides of sulfur.
SECTION XI: Toxicological Information
1. Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified
2. Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified
3. Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified
4. LD50 oral : Oral LD50 (rat) >2000 mg/kg
5. Symptoms:
May cause some irritation of the mouth and upper digestive tract.
May cause skin irritation.
May cause significant eye irritation.
SECTION XII: Ecological Information
Do not release into surface waters.
SECTION XIII: Disposal Considerations
1. Disposal methods:
a. Regional legislation (waste) : Disposal must be done according to official
regulations.
b. Sewage disposal recommendations : Disposal must be done according to
official regulations.
c. Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Empty container retains
product residue. Observe all hazard precautions.
SECTION XIV: Transport Information
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
6. SECTION XV: Regulatory Information
No additional information available
SECTION XVI: Other Information
No additional information available