Material Safety Data Sheet

Colonial SLES-60
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Colonial Chemical, Inc. Emergency Telephone #
225 Colonial Drive 423/837-8800
S.Pittsburg, TN 37380 Chemtrec 800/424-9300
SECTION I – PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Name: Colonial SLES-60 File: SLES-60
Product Class: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
CAS Number: 9004-82-4
Health Hazard Rating: Health – 1 Flammability – 2 Reactivity – 0

Direct Phone: 423/837-8800

THE CHEMTREC NUMBER IS TO BE CALLED ONLY IN THE EVENT OF CHEMICAL

EMERGENCIES INVOLVING A SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT
INVOLVING CHEMICALS.

SECTION II – HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Ingredients CAS # Weight %
Ethanol 64-17-5 18%
SECTION III – PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: Light yellow pumpable paste
Specific Gravity: 1.05
pH (1% Aqueous): 8.0
Solubility in Water: Soluble
SECTION IV – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: > 90°F
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, water fog
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions: Firefighters should wear full protective clothing
including self-contained breathing apparatus
SECTION V – REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Strong oxidizing agents or strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon and sulfur
SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Emergency Overview: Flammable. May cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory system.

Effects of Overexposure:
Eyes – May cause irritation to eyes.
Skin – Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause severe irritation/dermatitis
Inhalation – Inhalation of vapors or mists of the product may be irritating
to the respiratory system. Excessive inhalation of this material causes headache,
dizziness, nausea and loss of motor skills.
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SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA (CONTINUED)
First Aid:
Eye Contact – Immediately flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes holding eyelids open. Consult physician immediately.
Skin Contact – Immediately flush with copious amounts of soap and water for at
least 5 minutes. If irritation persists, contact physician. Remove and launder
contaminated clothing before reuse.
Ingestion – Contact Poison Control Center or physician immediately.
Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation – If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or
move victim to fresh air. If the affected person is not breathing, apply artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
SECTION VII – SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: If vapors are present, use NIOSH or MSHA approved respirator
for organic vapors, airline respirator or a self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Ventilation: Normal for chemicals of this nature.
Eye Protection: Chemical goggles or full-face shield
Protective Gloves: Impervious type
Other Protection: Wear protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Eye wash and
safety showers in work area.
SECTION VIII – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling.

Storage: Keep container closed when not in use. Keep this material in a cool, well-ventilated
place. Do not handle or store near an open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Prevent
electrostatic charge buildup by using common bonding and grounding.

Other Precautions: Spilled material is quite slippery on all surfaces.

Spill and Leak Procedures: Eliminate ignition sources of electrical, static, or frictional sparks.
Absorb spill with inert material. Shovel material into appropriate container for disposal. Flush
area with water to remove trace residue. Do no allow the spilled product to enter public drainage
system or open water courses. Ventilate the contaminated area.
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SECTION IX – REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: All ingredients listed in TCSA inventory

SARA TITLE III, Section 312,313: Ethanol

California Proposition 65 – Development Toxicity: Ethanol, developmental toxicity (when in
alcoholic beverages).

There is no calculable reportable quantity (RQ) for this product.

EU (REACH): Listed
CANADA (DSL): Listed
JAPAN (ENCS): Listed
AUSTRALIA (AICS): Listed
PHILIPPINES (PICCS): Listed
NEW ZEALAND (NZloC): Listed
KOREA (ECL): Listed
CHINA (IECSC): Listed

SECTION X – WASTE DISPOSAL

Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION XI – TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

DOT HAZARD CLASS: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S
UN NO. UN1993
CLASS: 3
PG: III
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S (Ethyl Alcohol Solution)
Emergency Guide #127
IMDG: Class3

SECTION XII – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

CARCINOGENICITY: No information available for this product.

OTHER TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

Note: this product may contain 1,4-dioxane as a by-product, which can be absorbed by inhalation
and through the skin. Please be advised that 1,4-dioxane is a cancer-suspect agent and can cause
liver and kidney injury with over-exposure.

Ethanol CAS #: 64-17-5

- ACGIH 1999 – Carcinogens A4-not classified as a Human Carcinogen
- NIOSH – Selected LD50s and LC50s: Inhalation LC50 Rat: 20000 ppm/10H
Inhalation LC50 Mouse: 39 gm/ m3/4H
Oral LD50 Rat: 7060 mg/Kg
Oral LD50 Mouse: 3450 mg/Kg
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HEALTH 1
FLAMMABILITY 2
REACTIVITY 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION B

The above data is for information purposes only and is accurate to the best of Colonial Chemical,
Inc.’s knowledge. No guarantees or liabilities are expressed or implied.

Colonial Chemical Inc. assigned HMIS ratings to this product based on the hazards of its
ingredient(s). Because the customer is most aware of the application of the product, they must
ensure that the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided consistent with the
information contained in the product MSDS. This information is intended solely for the use of
individuals trained in the particular hazard rating system.

REVISED: 3-19-2010 / BARRY DELAUGHTER