MSDS Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate

SIGMA-ALDRICHsigma-aldrich.comMaterial Safety Data SheetVersion 4.2Revision Date 04/08/2010Print Date 08/19/20111. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONProduct name : Sodium dodecyl sulfateProduct Number : L4390Brand : SigmaCompany : Sigma-Aldrich3050 Spruce StreetSAINT LOUIS MO 63103USATelephone : +1 800-325-5832Fax : +1 800-325-5052Emergency Phone # : (314) 776-65552. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONEmergency OverviewOSHA HazardsFlammable solid, Target Organ Effect, Harmful by ingestion., Toxic by skin absorption, IrritantTarget OrgansLungsLungsGHS Label elements, including precautionary statementsPictogramSignal wordHazard statement(s)H228H302H311H315H319H335H401DangerFlammable solid.Harmful if swallowed.Toxic in contact with skin.Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.Toxic to aquatic life.Precautionary statement(s)P210Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing.P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, ifpresent and easy to do. Continue rinsing.P312Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.HMIS ClassificationHealth hazard: 2Chronic Health Hazard: *Flammability: 3Physical hazards: 1NFPA RatingHealth hazard: 2Fire: 3Sigma - L4390 Page 1 of 6

Reactivity Hazard: 1Health hazard: 2Reactivity Hazard: 3Potential Health EffectsInhalationSkinEyesIngestion3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSSynonyms : Lauryl sulfatesodium saltSodium lauryl sulfateDodecyl sodium sulfateDodecyl sulfatesodium saltSDSFormula : C 12 H 25 NaO 4 SMolecular Weight : 288.38 g/molMay be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.Toxic if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation.Causes eye irritation.Harmful if swallowed.CAS-No. EC-No. Index-No. ConcentrationSodium dodecyl sulphate151-21-3 205-788-1 - -4. FIRST AID MEASURESGeneral adviceConsult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of dangerous area.If inhaledIf breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration Consult a physician.In case of skin contactWash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.In case of eye contactRinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.If swallowedDo NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult aphysician.5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURESSuitable extinguishing mediaUse water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.Special protective equipment for fire-fightersWear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.Further informationUse water spray to cool unopened containers.6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPersonal precautionsUse personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust. Ensure adequate ventilation. Removeall sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.Environmental precautionsPrevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.Sigma - L4390 Page 2 of 6

Partition coefficient:n-octanol/waterlog Pow: 1.610. STABILITY AND REACTIVITYChemical stabilityStable under recommended storage conditions.Conditions to avoidHeat, flames and sparks.Materials to avoidOxidizing agentsHazardous decomposition productsHazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides, Sulphur oxides11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONAcute toxicityLD50 Oral - rat - 1,288 mg/kgLC50 Inhalation - rat - 1 h - > 3,900 mg/m3LD50 Dermal - rabbit - 580 mg/kgSkin corrosion/irritationSkin - rabbit - Skin irritation - 24 hSerious eye damage/eye irritationEyes - rabbit - Eye irritationRespiratory or skin sensitizationProlonged or repeated exposure may cause allergic reactions in certain sensitive individuals.Germ cell mutagenicityno data availableCarcinogenicityIARC:ACGIH:NTP:OSHA:Reproductive toxicityno data availableNo component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable,possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as acarcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known oranticipated carcinogen by NTP.No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as acarcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (GHS)Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation.Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (GHS)no data availableAspiration hazardno data availablePotential health effectsInhalationIngestionSkinEyesSigns and Symptoms of ExposureMay be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.Harmful if swallowed.Toxic if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation.Causes eye irritation.Sigma - L4390 Page 4 of 6

sneezing, The sodium salt of dodecyl sulfate has been reported to cause pulmonary sensitization resulting in hyperactiveairway dysfunction and pulmonary allergy accompanied by fatigue, malaise, and aching. Significant symptoms ofexposure can persist for more than two years and can be activated by a variety of nonspecific environmental stimuli suchas automobile exhaust, perfumes, and passive smoking.Additional InformationRTECS: WT105000012. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONToxicityToxicity to fishToxicity to algaePersistence and degradabilityno data availablemortality NOEC - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 19.5 mg/l - 96 hmortality LOEC - Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow) - 4.6 mg/l - 8 dLC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 3.6 mg/l - 96 hGrowth inhibition LOEC - Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata - 2.68 mg/l - 6 dBioaccumulative potentialBioaccumulation Cyprinus carpio (Carp) - 72 hBioconcentration factor (BCF): 3.9 - 5.3Mobility in soilno data availablePBT and vPvB assessmentno data availableOther adverse effectsno data available13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSProductBurn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this materialis highly flammable. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Contact a licensed professionalwaste disposal service to dispose of this material.Contaminated packagingDispose of as unused product.14. TRANSPORT INFORMATIONDOT (US)UN-Number: 2926 Class: 4.1 (6.1) Packing group: IIProper shipping name: Flammable solids, toxic, organic, n.o.s. (Sodium dodecyl sulphate)Marine pollutant: NoPoison Inhalation Hazard: NoIMDGUN-Number: 2926 Class: 4.1 (6.1) Packing group: II EMS-No: F-A, S-GProper shipping name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, TOXIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (Sodium dodecyl sulphate)Marine pollutant: NoIATAUN-Number: 2926 Class: 4.1 (6.1) Packing group: IIProper shipping name: Flammable solid, toxic, organic, n.o.s. (Sodium dodecyl sulphate)15. REGULATORY INFORMATIONOSHA HazardsFlammable solid, Target Organ Effect, Harmful by ingestion., Toxic by skin absorption, IrritantSigma - L4390 Page 5 of 6

DSL StatusAll components of this product are on the Canadian DSL list.SARA 302 ComponentsSARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.SARA 313 ComponentsSARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold(De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.SARA 311/312 HazardsFire Hazard, Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health HazardMassachusetts Right To Know ComponentsNo components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.Pennsylvania Right To Know ComponentsSodium dodecyl sulphateNew Jersey Right To Know ComponentsSodium dodecyl sulphateCAS-No.151-21-3CAS-No.151-21-3Revision DateRevision DateCalifornia Prop. 65 ComponentsThis product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any otherreproductive harm.16. OTHER INFORMATIONFurther informationCopyright 2010 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use only.The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as aguide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to theproduct with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of theproduct. Sigma-Aldrich Co., shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with theabove product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.Sigma - L4390 Page 6 of 6