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CAS Number:9004-98-2
Molecular Formula:C38H76O11
DESCRIPTION:
Oleth 20 is an ethoxylated oleyl alcohol.
Oleth 20 is 100% active, and it is supplied as a waxy solid.
Oleth 20 is used as Surfactant, Detergent, Solubilizer, Dispersing Agent, Gelling Agent and O/W Emulsifier for in cosmetics and personal care products.
Oleth 20 is An emulsifier.
Oleth-20 is one of many Oleths, an ingredient comprised of the polyethylene glycol ethers of oleyl alcohol in which the number in the name is the average number of ethylene oxide units.
APPEARANCE :
Oleth 20 is White odorless crystalline powder
FUNCTION:
Oleth 20 is used to clean skin and hair by helping water to mix with oil and dirt so that they can be rinsed away.
These ingredients also help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified and help ingredients to dissolve in liquids in which they would not normally dissolve.
STORAGE:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Store at room temperature in the original container.
Store away from incompatible materials.
HANDLING:
OLETH-20 ethoxylated alcohol is packed in 204-kg drums.
Material should be stored in closed containers and protected from extreme temperatures.
INDUSTRY: Cosmetics
CLASS of OLETH-20:
• Emulsifiers
• surfactants
• fatty alcohols
PROPERTIES OF OLETH-20:
Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: >230oF
Melting Point: 30oC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 709 g/mol
Appearance at 25°C :White, waxy-solid
Odor: Bland
Acid Value, mg/g: <0.5
Color, Gardner :0.5
Moisture, % wt.: 1.0
Saponification Value, mg/g: 1.5
Hydroxyl Value, mg/g: 53
Ash, % wt. :<0.4
Iodine Value: 23
pH, 10% Aqueous Solution: 6.0
Cloud Point, oC :90
Alternative names: Polyoxyethylen(20)oleyl-Ether
Origin: vegetable (predominantly),synthetic
FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF OLETH-20:
• Odorless solubilizer
• Oil in water emulsifier
CAS Number:9004-98-2
Molecular Formula:C38H76O11
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE OF OLETH-20:
Oleth-20 ethoxylated alcohol is derived from a vegetable based alcohol.
Oleth-20 is an easy-to-use liquid form.
Its nonionic nature allows flexibility in formulation and provides compatibility over a wide pH range.
Its low odor makes Oleth-20 particularly useful for solubilizing oils.
Some of the active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) that have been formulated with Oleth-20 are:
Capsaicin, menthol and Urea.
Oleth-20 has been listed in the FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IID) for topical products and oils.
Recommended use levels range from 0.5% to 10.0%, depending on application
SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT OLETH-20:
FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures:
General advice:
Consult a physician.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled:
If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact:
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Take victim immediately to hospital.
Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
If swallowed:
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling
FIREFIGHTING MEASURES:
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Advice for firefighters:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Further information:
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection.
Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Remove all sources of ignition.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Beware of vapours accumulating to form explosive concentrations.
Vapours can accumulate in low areas.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations
HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Handle under inert gas.
Protect from moisture.
Air sensitive.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure controls:
Appropriate engineering controls:
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
Personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles.
Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection:
Handle with gloves.
Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product.
Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
Full contact:
Material: Fluorinated rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Vitoject (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M)
Splash contact:
Material: Nature latex/chloroprene
Minimum layer thickness: 0.6 mm
Break through time: 31 min
Material tested:Lapren (KCL 706 / Aldrich Z677558, Size M)
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves.
This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers.
It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Body Protection:
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.,
The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection:
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multipurpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls.
If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.
Conditions to avoid:
Heat, flames and sparks.
Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, Carbon dioxide (CO2), sodium hypochlorite, Organic acids, Mineral acids, Peroxides
Hazardous decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods:
Product:
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable.
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging:
Dispose of as unused product.
CAS Number:9004-98-2
Molecular Formula:C38H76O11
SYNONYMS OF OLETH-20:
Brij 98
Ethoxylated Dodecyl Alcohol
Polyoxyethylene ( 20 ) Oleyl Ether
Amerox OE-20
Novol Poe 20
PEG-20 oleyl ether
Polyoxyethylene (20) oleyl ether
Procol OA-20
Standamul O20
Volpo 20
