MSDS Number: S4498 * * * * * Effective Date: 05/08/00 * * * * * Supercedes: 06/16/97 Sodium Octyl Sulfate


Sodium Octyl Sulfate


1. Product Identification

Synonyms: None
CAS No.: 142-31-4
Molecular Weight: 232.27
Chemical Formula: CH3(CH2)7OSO3Na
Product Codes: V063

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients


 
  Ingredient                                CAS No         Percent        Hazardous
  ---------------------------------------   ------------   ------------   ---------
 
  Sodium Octyl Sulfate                      142-31-4         94 - 100%       Yes
 

3. Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview
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WARNING! CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. POWDERED MATERIAL MAY FORM EXPLOSIVE DUST-AIR MIXTURES. CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.

Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
None identified.
Ingestion:
Irritation.
Skin Contact:
Irritation.
Eye Contact:
Irritation, may cause burns.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
Damaged skin.

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Prompt action is essential.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye Contact:
In case of eye contact, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fire:
Not expected to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition products. This product, which is organic in nature, has the potential to cause a dust explosion.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water spray; Dry chemical; Carbon dioxide.
Special Information:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Sweep up material and package for safe feed to an incinerator.



7. Handling and Storage

Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Airborne Exposure Limits:
None established.
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures as low as possible. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
For conditions of use where exposure to the dust or mist is apparent, a half-face dust/mist respirator may be worn. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Other Control Measures:
There is insufficient data in the published literature to assign complete numerical SAF-T-DATA* ratings and laboratory protective equipment for this product. Special precautions must be used in storage, use and handling. Protective equipment for laboratory bench use should be chosen using professional judgment based on the size and type of reaction or test to be conducted and the available ventilation, with overriding consideration to minimize contact with the chemical.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance:
White Crystalline solid.
Odor:
Odorless.
Solubility:
Appreciable (> 10%)
Specific Gravity:
No information found.
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
0
Boiling Point:
No information found.
Melting Point:
No information found.
Vapor Density (Air=1):
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
0 @ 20C (68F)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
0

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Conditions to Avoid:
No information found.

11. Toxicological Information

 
  --------\Cancer Lists\------------------------------------------------------
                                         ---NTP Carcinogen---
  Ingredient                             Known    Anticipated    IARC Category
  ------------------------------------   -----    -----------    -------------
  Sodium Octyl Sulfate (142-31-4)         No          No            None

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Fate:
No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.

13. Disposal Considerations

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.

14. Transport Information

Not regulated.

15. Regulatory Information

 
  --------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
  Ingredient                                       TSCA  EC   Japan  Australia
  -----------------------------------------------  ----  ---  -----  ---------
  Sodium Octyl Sulfate (142-31-4)                   Yes  Yes   Yes      Yes
 
  --------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
                                                          --Canada--
  Ingredient                                       Korea  DSL   NDSL  Phil.
  -----------------------------------------------  -----  ---   ----  -----
  Sodium Octyl Sulfate (142-31-4)                   Yes   Yes   No     Yes
 
  --------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
                                             -SARA 302-    ------SARA 313------
  Ingredient                                 RQ    TPQ     List  Chemical Catg.
  -----------------------------------------  ---   -----   ----  --------------
  Sodium Octyl Sulfate (142-31-4)            No    No      No         No
 
  --------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
                                                        -RCRA-    -TSCA-
  Ingredient                                 CERCLA     261.33     8(d)
  -----------------------------------------  ------     ------    ------
  Sodium Octyl Sulfate (142-31-4)            No         No         No
 
 
Chemical Weapons Convention:  No     TSCA 12(b):  No     CDTA:  No
SARA 311/312:  Acute: Yes      Chronic: Yes  Fire: No  Pressure: No
Reactivity: No          (Pure / Solid)


Australian Hazchem Code: None allocated.
Poison Schedule: None allocated.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.

16. Other Information

Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. POWDERED MATERIAL MAY FORM EXPLOSIVE DUST-AIR MIXTURES. CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
Label Precautions:
No SAF-T-DATA Ratings have been developed for this product. Read and follow all warnings, precautions, instructions and other safety and handling information on the label and MSDS.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothing.
Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Label First Aid:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
New 16 section MSDS format, all sections have been revised.
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