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Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS# 15-03538
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
WITCONATETM DS FLAKE
Product name
: Surfactant.
Material Uses In Case of Emergency
AKZO NOBEL SURFACE CHEMISTRY LLC CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
Supplier/
525 West Van Buren CANUTEC: 613-996-6666
Manufacturer
Chicago, IL 60607-3823 Medical/Handling: 914-693-6946
www.surfactants.akzonobel.com Product/Technical: 800-906-9977
AKZO NOBEL CHEMICALS LTD.
1 City Centre Drive, Suite 318
Mississauga, Ontario L5B 1M2
Canada
Section 2. Hazards Identification
Solid. (Flakes solid.)
Physical State
Off-white.
Color
Bland.
Odor
WARNING!
Emergency Overview
CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Dermal contact. Eye contact.
Routes of Entry
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 3. Composition/ Information on Ingredients
Name CAS # % by Weight
benzenesulfonic acid, mono-c10-13-alkyl derivs., sodium salts 90194-45-9 70
xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 1300-72-7 20
sodium sulfate 7757-82-6 10
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
Eye Contact
least 30 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 30 minutes while removing contaminated
Skin Contact
clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before
reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
Inhalation
medical attention.
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
Ingestion
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Medical Conditions Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Aggravated by Overexposure:
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Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
May be combustible at high temperature.
Flammability of the
Product
Closed cup: >93癈 (199.4癋). (Pensky-Martens.)
Flash Points
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...). Some metallic oxides.
Products of Combustion
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
and Instructions
Protective Clothing (Fire)
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Small Spill and Leak
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill and Leak
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Handling
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne
Engineering Controls
levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use
ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Splash goggles.
Eyes
Lab coat.
Body
Dust protection mask Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Respiratory
Gloves.
Hands
Suitable protective footwear.
Feet
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust protection mask Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus
Personal Protection in
should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
Case of a Large Spill
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Ingredient Name Exposure Limits United States
benzenesulfonic acid, mono-c10-13-alkyl Not available.
derivs., sodium salts
xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt Not available.
sodium sulfate Not available.
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WITCONATETM DS FLAKE
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Solid. (Flakes solid.)
Physical State
Off-white.
Color
Bland.
Odor
887.85癈 (1630.1癋) based on data for: sodium sulfate.
Melting/Freezing Point
The only known value is 2.67 g/cm3 (sodium sulfate).
Density
Soluble in cold water.
Solubility
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
Not available.
Physical Chemical
Comments
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Will not occur.
Hazardous
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals
Ingredient Name or Product Test Result Route Species
name
sodium sulfate LD50 5989 mg/kg Oral Mouse
The acute dermal LD50 in rabbits for linear alkylbenzenesulfonates has been found to be greater than
Special Remarks on
500 mg/kg. Short-term harmful health effects are not expected from vapor generated at ambient
Toxicity to Animals
temperature.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. by NIOSH [xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt]. Classified
Chronic Effects on
None. by NIOSH [sodium sulfate].
Humans
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Non-mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. [WITCONATETM DS FLAKE].
In oral and dermal studies in mice and rats, linear alkylbenzenesulfonates have been shown to be
Special Remarks on
non-teratogenic. Two year feeding studies in rats and chronic skin painting experiments in mice show
Chronic Effects on
no evidence of any systemic or cutaneous carcinogenic eff
Humans
Severely irritating to the skin.
Acute Effects Skin
Severely irritating to the eyes.
Acute Effects Eyes
:
Special Remarks on
When tested with humans linear alkylbenzenesulfonates have been shown to not be skin sensitizers.
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Ingredient Name or Product name Species Period Result
benzenesulfonic acid, mono-c10-13-alkyl Bluegill. (LC50) 96 hour(s) 1.67 mg/l
derivs., sodium salts daphnia (EC50) 48 hour(s) 5.7 mg/l
sodium sulfate Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 7960 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 12500 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 12750 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 13000 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 13500 mg/l
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Biodegradability and This product is expected to be moderately toxic to aquatic organisms.
Ecotoxicity Remarks
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and water, sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...). Some metallic
Products of Degradation
oxides.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Waste Information
regulations.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Regulatory UN Proper shipping name Class Packing Label Additional information
Information number Group
UN 3077 ENVIRONMENTALLY 9 III
DOT Marine pollutant
HAZARDOUS
Classification Marine pollutant (P)
SUBSTANCES, SOLID, - 9
N.O.S. (Alkylbenzene Remarks
sulphonates, branched Not regulated for transport by
and straight chain). highway or rail in non-bulk
Marine pollutant packaging within North
(Alkylbenzene America.
sulphonates, branched
and straight chain)
UN 3077 ENVIRONMENTALLY 9 III -
TDG
HAZARDOUS
Classification
SUBSTANCES, SOLID, 9
N.O.S. (Alkylbenzene
sulphonates, branched
and straight chain)
-
9 III
UN 3077 ENVIRONMENTALLY Marine pollutant
IMDG Class
HAZARDOUS Marine pollutant (P)
SUBSTANCES, SOLID, 9
N.O.S. (Alkylbenzene
sulphonates, branched
and straight chain).
Marine pollutant
(Alkylbenzene
sulphonates, branched
and straight chain)
-
UN 3077 9
ENVIRONMENTALLY III -
IATA-DGR
HAZARDOUS
Class
SUBSTANCES, SOLID, 9
N.O.S. (Alkylbenzene
sulphonates, branched
and straight chain)
-
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WITCONATETM DS FLAKE
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Irritating material
HCS Classification
TSCA: All intentionally present components are listed on the TSCA inventory.
U.S. Federal Regulations
DSL: One or more of the intentionally present components in this material is not on the DSL.
TSCA 5(a)2 final significant rules: No products were found.
CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: WITCONATETM DS FLAKE
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: WITCONATETM DS
FLAKE: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
SARA 313 Form R Reporting Requirements
No products were found.
SARA 313 Supplier Notification
No products were found.
Pennsylvania RTK: sodium sulfate: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
State Regulations
Massachusetts RTK: sodium sulfate
California prop. 65: No products were found.
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
WHMIS (Canada)
CEPA DSL: xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt; sodium sulfate
CEPA NDSL: benzenesulfonic acid, mono-c10-13-alkyl derivs., sodium salts
Component EC Number EC Status EC Annex
benzenesulfonic acid, 290-656-6 Not available. Not available.
European Union
mono-c10-13-alkyl derivs., sodium
salts
xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 215-090-9 Not available. Not available.
sodium sulfate 231-820-9 Not available. Not available.
Australia (NICNAS): xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt; sodium sulfate
Other International Lists
China: benzenesulfonic acid, mono-c10-13-alkyl derivs., sodium salts; xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt;
sodium sulfate
Germany water class: sodium sulfate
Japan (MITI): xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt; sodium sulfate
Korea (TCCL): xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt; sodium sulfate
Philippines (RA6969): benzenesulfonic acid, mono-c10-13-alkyl derivs., sodium salts; xylenesulfonic
acid, sodium salt; sodium sulfate
Section 16. Other Information
Hazardous Material 2 National Fire
Health
Fire Hazard
1
Protection
Information System 1
Fire Hazard
2 0
Health Reactivity
Association
(U.S.A.) 0
Reactivity
(U.S.A.) Specific Hazard
Personal Protection
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WITCONATETM DS FLAKE
Other Information WitconateTM is a trademark of Akzo Nobel or affiliated companies.
Validation Date 11/16/2009. Validated by Elitania Perez
11/16/2009. 11/16/2009.
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Phone Number 312-544-7038
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