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CAS Number: 9002-92-0 / 3055-98-9
Chem/IUPAC Name: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-dodecyl-.omega.-hydroxy-
DESCRIPTION:
Laureth-8 is a polyethylene glycol ether of Lauryl Alcohol.
Laureth-8 is a surfactant and an emulsifier.
Laureth-8 helps to reduce surface tension of the substances to enable mixture of non-mixable substances.
Laureth-8 also helps with the dissolution of an ingredient in a medium in which it is not otherwise soluble.
What does LAURETH-8 do in a formulation?
• Emulsifying
• Surfactant
PRODUCTS LAURETH-8:
• foundation
• moisturizer
• facial moisturizer/treatment
The Laureth-8 is polyoxyethers of lauryl alcohol.
The number in the name indicates the average number of units of ethylene oxide in the molecule.
In cosmetics and personal care products, the Laureth-8 is used in the formulation of a variety of bath, eye, facial, hair, cleansing and sunscreen products.
Laureth-8 is also used in cuticle softeners, deodorants and moisturizing products.
PROPERTIES OF LAURETH-8:
Industry Primarily Used: Cosmetics
Description: Reagent of nonionic surfactant
Appearance: White solid
XlogP3: 5.10 (est)
Formula: (C2 H4 O)mult-C12 H26 O
XlogP3: 4.10 (est)
Molecular Weight: 538.76306000
Formula: C28 H58 O9
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow clear viscous liquid (est)
Assay: 95.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Boiling Point: 304.36 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg (est)
Flash Point: 167.00 °F. TCC ( 74.90 °C. ) (est)
logP (o/w): 4.909 (est)
Soluble in:
water, 11.31 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
Alternative names:
Natriumpolyoxyethylen (8)dodecylethersulfat
Origin: synthetic
Definition: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-sulfo-.omega.-(nonylphenoxy)-, sodium salt
INCI function: Surfactant,cleansing,foaming
Substance category: PEG/PEG derivatives
CAS Number: 9002-92-0 / 3055-98-9
Chem/IUPAC Name: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-dodecyl-.omega.-hydroxy-
SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT LAURETH-8:
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)
