Colonial WA-PASTE

CTFA/INCI: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

CAS# 151-21-3

DESCRIPTION
Colonial WA-Paste is a sulfated fatty alcohol manufactured from straight chain alcohols,
predominantly lauryl.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance @ 30oC Pale yellow liquid
pH, 10% aq. 7.96
Actives, % (EW 302) 29.4
Sodium sulfate, % 0.84
Sodium chloride, % 1.19
Unsulfated material, % 1.42
Color (%T at 420 nm), as is 95
Freeze point, oC (oF) 5 (40)
Viscosity, cps @ 25oC 41,380
Flash point (PMCC), oC (oF) >94 (>201)
Density, g/ml (lbs/U.S. gal) 1.05 (8.75)
Ross Miles Foam, om, 0.1% active, initial 16.5
Ross Miles Foam, om, 0.1% active, 5 16.3
minutes later

APPLICATIONS
Colonial WA-Paste is an excellent foam generator producing dense, stable foam in both
hard and soft water. It can be used in a wide variety of applications including shampoos,
rug cleaners, industrial cleaners, fruit washing, dairy cleaners and liquid dishwash as
well as many other applications.

STORAGE & HANDLING

Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when
handling Colonial WA-Paste. It is recommended that Colonial WA-Paste be stored in
sealed containers at temperatures above 60oF (16oC). Avoid overheating or freezing. If
material is frozen, mild heat and agitation are recommended to ensure the material is
homogeneous before use.

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TOXICITY
Colonial WA-Paste is slightly toxic orally (LD50 is between 0.8 to 1.1 g/kg) and causes
moderate skin and eye irritation at 10% active.

LAST UPDATED 07/18/2006

WARRANTY
Colonial Chemical guarantees that its products meet published specifications. No other warranties or
guarantees are expressed or implied because the use of this material is beyond the control of Colonial
Chemical.
Colonial Chemical, Inc.
www.colonialchem.com
225 Colonial Drive Ph: 423-837-8800
South Pittsburg, TN 37380 Fax: 423-837-3888

225 Colonial Drive South Pittsburg, TN 37380 Ph: 423-837-8800 Fax: 423-837-3888