Product Name: Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate
SYNONYMS: SLES, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether Sulfate
CAS Number: 9004-82-4
RELEVANT USES: Detergents, shampoos, cleaning products
SUPPLIER DETAILS: Manufacturer or distributor’s address and contact, emergency phone number
EMERGENCY CONTACT: Specific phone number for spills or exposure emergencies
RECOMMENDED RESTRICTIONS: Industrial and consumer cleaning use
Classification: Eye Irritation (Category 2), Skin Irritation (Category 2), Acute Aquatic Hazard (Category 2)
Label Elements: Signal word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, harmful to aquatic life
Pictogram: Exclamation mark symbol, aquatic hazard symbol
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid direct release into the environment
Chemical Name: Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate
Chemical Formula: C12H25(OCH2CH2)nOSO3Na, where n = 1-3
Content: Typically 28-70% in solution
Impurities: May contain trace amounts of unreacted alcohol, dodecyl alcohol or ethylene oxide
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep warm and at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms continue
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water, seek medical help if skin irritation develops or persists
Eye Contact: Rinse slowly and gently with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, call a doctor if irritation occurs
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, give small amount of water to drink if patient is conscious, seek immediate medical attention
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, water spray
Fire Hazards: Non-flammable liquid, forms hazardous gases when burning (sulfur oxides, carbon oxides)
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to avoid inhaling fumes
Specific Hazards: Containers exposed to fire may explode, runoff from firefighting may pollute waterways
Advice for Firefighters: Approach upwind and avoid smoke, use water spray to cool nearby containers
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spilled product from entering sewers, surface and ground waters
Cleanup Methods: Soak up spill with inert material like sand or earth, shovel into properly labeled containers, dispose of as chemical waste
Spill Area: Wash spill site after pickup is complete, ventilate area
Disposal: Collect waste in suitable, closed containers for disposal by licensed contractor
Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid breathing vapors or mists, avoid contact with skin and eyes
Storage: Store in tightly sealed original containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures
Prohibited Materials: Keep away from oxidizers and strong acids
Special Instructions: Label containers clearly, keep storage area free from food or drink
Exposure Limits: No strict workplace exposure limits set, best handled with precaution
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne concentrations
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, splash-proof goggles, protective clothing, in case of inadequate ventilation use a respirator
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks, after handling, and after removing gloves
Appearance: Clear to slightly cloudy viscous liquid, sometimes pale yellow
Odor: Mild to no distinctive odor or light soapy
pH: 6.5-9.5 (10% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Not applicable for solutions
Boiling Point: >100°C (solution)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility: Readily dissolves in water, forms stable foams
Density: 1.05 - 1.15 g/cm³ (solution)
Viscosity: Variable, depends on concentration
Chemical Stability: Remains stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Hazardous Reactions: Rapid decomposition with strong acids, releases toxic fumes of sulfur oxides
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, freezing, direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids
Acute Toxicity: Low oral toxicity (LD50 rat > 2000 mg/kg)
Corrosive Effects: Causes irritation to skin, eyes and mucous membranes
Long-term Exposure: May produce dermatitis with repeated or prolonged exposure
Sensitization: Not typically causing allergic sensitization
Carcinogenicity: Not classified or suspected as carcinogenic
Other Effects: Oral ingestion in significant amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms in concentrated form, risk of bioaccumulation is low
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Mobility: High in water, may move freely in soil
Aquatic Toxicity: Cited LC50 for fish (96 hrs): 7-10 mg/l
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations
Product Waste: Do not discharge into natural waters, avoid release to the environment
Container Disposal: Rinse containers, recycle if possible, or dispose in landfill
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: Not regulated
Label: None required for non-hazardous materials
Special Precautions: Prevent movement or damage to containers during transit
GHS Classification: Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin Irritation 2, Aquatic Hazard 2
TSCA (USA): Listed
EU (REACH): Registered substance
Labeling Requirements: Follow local regulations for chemical labeling and packaging
Other Regulations: Subject to workplace safety laws regarding chemical handling, subject to water pollution control standards
