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CAS NUMBER: 6540-99-4
EINECS No: 500-002-6
DESCRIPTION:
Laureth-10 is from vegetable and synthetic origin.
Laureth-10 is suitable for a variety of personal care applications.
Laureth-10 is a PEG ether of lauryl alcohol.
Laureth-10 uses and applications include:
• Surfactant
• Emulsifier
• Detergent
• Wetting Agent
• Penetrant In Insecticides
• Cleansing Products
• Emulsifier For Pharmaceuticals
• In Food-Contact Textiles
Laureth-10 is based on a primary linear C12-C14 fatty alcohol with approx.
10 moles ethylene oxide.
The alcohol is obtained from oleo oils, e.g. Palm kernel oil, by transesterification and hydrogenation reaction.
Laureth-10 is also available as RSPO-MB grade.
PROPERTIES OF LAURETH-10:
Appearance:Liquid
Molecular Weight: 626.8598
Molecular Formula: C32-H66-O10-S
Alternative names: Polidocanol,Polyoxyethylen(10) Dodecylether,Thesit
Origin: synthetic
INCI function: emulsifying,Surfactant
Substance category: PEG/PEG derivatives
STORAGE:
Store in closed container protected from light and humidity.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
INDUSTRY: Cosmetics
PRODUCT CLASS:
• Surfactants
• emulsifiers
Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC48580 S3 CL55
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: >230 øC
Melting Point: 41-45 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
XlogP3: 3.80 (est)
Boiling Point: 645.10 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg (est)
Flash Point: 651.00 °F. TCC ( 344.00 °C. ) (est)
logP (o/w): 1.820 (est)
CAS NUMBER: 6540-99-4
EINECS No: 500-002-6
FUNCTION OF LAURETH-10:
In cosmetics and personal care products, the laureth ingredients are used in the formulation of a variety of bath, eye, facial, hair, cleansing and sunscreen products.
LAURETH-10 is also used in cuticle softeners, deodorants and moisturizing products.
What does LAURETH-10 do in a formulation?
• Emulsifying
• Surfactant
PRODUCTS WITH LAURETH-10:
• shampoo
• body wash/cleanser
• facial cleanser
• liquid hand soap
• exfoliant/scrub
• bubble bath
• bath oil/salts/soak
• eye liner
SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT LAURETH-10:
First aid measures:
Description of first aid measures:
General advice : Take off all contaminated clothing immediately.
If inhaled : If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
If symptoms persist, call a physician.
In case of skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician immediately.
In case of eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Call a physician immediately.
If swallowed : Do NOT induce vomiting.
Rinse mouth with water.
Give small amounts of water to drink.
Obtain medical attention.
Firefighting measures:
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media : Water
Dry powder:
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
Advice for firefighters:
Further information : Standard procedure for chemical fires.
Accidental release measures:
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions : Use personal protective equipment.
Environmental precautions:
Environmental precautions : Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Avoid subsoil penetration.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Methods for cleaning up : Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece).
Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust)
Handling and storage:
Precautions for safe handling:
Advice on safe handling : Handle and open container with care.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion: No special protective measures against fire required.
Hygiene measures : Take off all contaminated clothing immediately.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Requirements for storage areas and containers: Store in original container.
Further information on storage conditions: Keep away from heat. Keep away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed.
Advice on common storage : Keep away from food and drink.
Exposure controls/personal protection:
Control parameters:
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Exposure controls:
Personal protective equipment:
Eye protection : Safety glasses with side-shields
Hand protection : Impervious glovesSplash protection: disposable nitrile rubber gloves e.g. Dermatril (layer thickness: 0.11 mm) made by KCL or gloves from other manufacturers offering the same protection.
Prolonged contact: Butyl rubber gloves e.g. Butoject (>480 Min., layer thickness: 0.70 mm) made by KCL or gloves from other manufacturers offering the same protection.
Skin and body protection : Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting boots, chemicalprotection suit ( according to EN 14605 in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case of dust).
Respiratory protection : In case of mist, spray or aerosol exposure wear suitable personal respiratory protection and protective suit.
Protective measures : Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Stability and reactivity
Reactivity:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Chemical stability:
No decomposition if stored normally.
Conditions to avoid : Protect from frost, heat and sunlight.
Disposal considerations:
Waste treatment methods:
Product : Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with local and national regulations.
The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil.
Contaminated packaging : Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.
Waste key for the unused product(Group): The waste producer itself must, in consultation with the appropriate authorities and a waste disposal company, obtain a waste code from the EWC (European Waste Catalogue)
CAS NUMBER: 6540-99-4
EINECS No: 500-002-6
SYSTEMATIC NAMES OF LAURETH-10:
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-(2-(dodecylthio)ethyl)-omega-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),alpha-(2-(dodecylthio)ethyl)-omega-hydroxy-
Tergitol 12-M-10 (nonionic)
SYNONYMS OF LAURETH-10:
alpha-(2-(Dodecylthio)ethyl)-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
Dodecylmercaptan, ethoxylated
Laureth 10s
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),alpha-(2-(dodecylthio)ethyl)-omega-hydroxy-
Polyethylene glycol mono(2-(dodecylthio)ethyl) ether
Polyethylene glycol monododecylmercaptan S-ether
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