Tween 80, reagent

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

TWEEN 80, reagent

Catalogue number: 8465 / 2011.01.13

1.  Hazardous ingredients

Material or mixtures : Mineral oil (cas # 9005-65-6)

Oral (LD50) : 25000 mg/Kg (mouse)

 

 

2. Physical data

Boiling point : 100  ̊C

Vapor pressure : < 1 mm Hg at 20  ̊C

Vapor density : not available

Solubility in water : soluble

Appearance : liquid, yellowish

 

pH at 25  ̊ C : not available

Specific gravity : 1.064

% volatile/volume : not available

Evaporation rate : not available

Odor : characteristic

 

3. Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point : 113  ̊C

Ignition temperature : not available

Extinguishing media : CO₂, extinguishing powder, water spray

Special fire fighting procedures :  may emit toxic fumes under fire conditions

 

4. Health hazard data and protection information

Effects of overexposure : not identified

Carcinogenicity : not identified

Eyes contact: irritation. Wear safety goggles. Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Call a physician

Skin contact: may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Wear rubber gloves and apron. Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amount of water

Inhalation: may be harmful. Mechanical exhaust. Remove to fresh air. Call a physician

Ingestion: may be harmful. Wash out mouth if the person is conscious. Call a physician

 

5. Reactivity data

Stability : stable

Incompatible materials : bases, heavy metal salts, strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products :  carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide

Hazardous polymerisation : not applicable

 

6. Spill, leak  and precautions procedures

Preventives measures: Wipe up with damp sponge an rinse with plenty of water

Waste disposal method: rinse down rain with plenty of water. Follow all local environmental disposal regulation

 

7. Special protection information

Handling and storing :  follow standard control. Keep container tightly closed.

 

The above information is correct but do not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used as a guide. QUÉBACT shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the above product.