Material Safety Data Sheet
HMIS
NFPA
Health Hazard
1
Fire Hazard
2 0
Reactivity
Personal Protective Equipment
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See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Common Name/
Trade Name
Manufacturer
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Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Commercial Name(s)
SDBS; Stepan DS 60; Stepan DS 40; Mercol 25; Mercol 30;
Conco ass-50; Conco ass-40; Conco ass-35; Calsoft F-90;
Calsoft L-40; Santomerse 3; Santomerse No. 1; Santomerse
No. 85
Synonym
Dodecylbenzenesulphonate, sodium salt;
Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt;
Sodium Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate
Chemical Name
Benzenesulfonic acid, dodecyl-, sodium salt
Chemical Family
Not available.
Chemical Formula
C18-H29-Na-O3-S
Supplier
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Catalog
Number(s).
D1064
CAS#
25155-30-0
RTECS
DB6825000
TSCA
TSCA 8(b) inventory:
Dodec ylbenzene s odium
sulfonate
CI#
Not available.
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Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
Name
CAS #
1) Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
Toxicological Data
on Ingredients
TWA (mg/m3)
STEL (mg/m3)
CEIL (mg/m3)
25155-30-0
% by Weight
100
Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate:
ORAL (LD50):
Acute: 438 mg/kg [Rat]. 1330 mg/kg [Mouse].
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Potential Chronic Health
Effects
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance may be toxic to lungs, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly
clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical attention.
Serious Inhalation
Not available.
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion
Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product
May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Flash Points
CLOSED CUP: >93.889°C (201°F).
Flammable Limits
Not available.
Products of Combustion
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Some metallic oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of sulfur oxides.
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Large Spill
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately
and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such
as oxidizing agents, acids.
Storage
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
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Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep
exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
a Large Spill
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits
Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. (Powdered solid.)
Odor
Not available.
Taste
Not available.
Color
Off-white. White to yellowish.
Molecular Weight
348.49 g/mole
pH (1% soln/water)
6-7.5
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
>300°C (572°F)
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Specific Gravity
0.53 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
Not available.
Odor Threshold
0.4 ppm
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 0.5
Ionicity (in Water)
Not available.
Dispersion Properties
See solubility in water.
Solubility
Very slightly soluble in cold water.
Solubility in Water: 800,000 ug/l @ 20-25 deg. C.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability
The product is stable.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Excess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various
substances
Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Corrosivity
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
On contact with acids or acid fumes, it emits highly toxic fumes of sulfur oxides.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Not available.
Polymerization
Will not occur.
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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 438 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans
May cause damage to the following organs: lungs, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes.
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on Humans
Not available.
Special Remarks on other
Toxic Effects on Humans
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes moderate skin irritation.
Eyes: Causes moderate to severe eye irritaiton with possible eye damage.
Inhalation: It may cause respiratory tract (nose, throat) irritation causing coughing and wheezing and labored
breathing.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. It may cause abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, hypermotility, diarrhea,
lacrimation. It may also affect behavior/central nervous system/peripheral nervous system (somnolence,
seizures, spastic paralysis with or without sensory change).
Chronic Potential Health Effects:
Inhalation: Prolonged or repeated inhalation can irritate the lungs and may cause bronchitis to develop with
cough, phlegm, and/or shortness of breath.
Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect the liver, kidneys, blood (changes in serum
composition), metabolism (iron metabolism). Prolonged or repeated ingestion of larger amounts may also
cause necrosis of the intestinal mucosa.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Ecotoxicity in water (LC50): 10.8 mg/l 96 hours [Fish (Oncorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow Trout))].
48 hours [Daphnia (Daphnia pulex)].
19.87 mg/l
BOD5 and COD
Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
may arise.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
Not applicable.
DOT (Pictograms)
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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Federal and State
Regulations
New York release reporting list: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
Pennsylvania RTK: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
Massachusetts RTK: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
New Jersey: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
New Jersey spill list: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
Louisiana spill reporting: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
California Director's List of Hazardous Substances: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate: 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS
No. 246-680-4).
Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
China: Listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Listed on AICS.
Other Classifications
WHMIS (Canada)
DSCL (EEC)
HMIS (U.S.A.)
Health Hazard
Fire Hazard
Reactivity
Personal Protection
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
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CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory
system and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to
eyes.
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S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S29- Do not empty into drains.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
National Fire Protection
Association (U.S.A.)
Flammability
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Reactivity
Specific hazard
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Dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is
inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16. Other Information
MSDS Code
D3581
References
Not available.
Other Special
Considerations
Uses: Surface-active agent (surfactant) used as an anionic detergent in household and industrial cleaners, as a
foaming and wetting agent, and absorbent; rubber, textile, and polymer processing.
Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/24/2012.
Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 8/24/2012.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.