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Sodium dodecyl sulfate

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[Flash Point]

>150
[Fire Fighting]

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. A water spray may also be used.
[Fire Potential]

This material is probably combustible.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
[Inhalation]

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
[Skin]

Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use only in a well ventilated area. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause severe allergic respiratory reaction. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 22 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Exposure Effects]

Repeated exposure may cause allergic respiratory reaction (asthma). Chronic inhalation may lead to decreased pulmonary function.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

White, cream-colored or light yellow crystals, flakes or powder. Faint fatty odor.
[Solubility in water]

100 g/L
[Melting Point]

204 - 207
[Density]

1.1 g/cm3 (20 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.6
[Usage]

Surface-active agent for emulsion polymerization, in metal processing, detergents & shampoo, emulsifying, foaming, wetting, dispersing agent in creams, lotion & medical preparations, foaming, wetting & dispersing agent in toothpaste, emulsifier, whipping agent & surfactant in foods.
[Product Name]

Lauryl sulfate sodium salt
[Synonyms]

Dodecyl sodium sulfate
Irium
Lauryl sodium sulfate
Sodium dodecyl sulfate
[CAS]

"CASEN_151-21-3.htm">151-21-3
[Formula]

C12H25NaO4S
[Molecular Weight]

288.38
[EINECS]

205-788-1
[RTECS]

WT1050000
[RTECS Class]

Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

12,8782
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

3599286
[EC Class]

harmful, irritant
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide.
[HS Code]

2920 90 10