Triton X-100, reagent

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

TRITON X-100, reagent

Catalogue number: 8464 / 2011.01.13

1.  Hazardous ingredients

Material or mixtures : t-Octylphenoxypolyethoxyethanol (cas # 9002-93-1)

Oral (LD50) : 1800 mg/Kg (rat)

 

 

2. Physical data

Boiling point : not available

Vapor pressure : < 1mm at 20  ̊C

Vapor density : > 1

Solubility in water:  not applicable

Appearance : viscous liquid colorless

 

 

Specific gravity : 1.070

% volatile/volume : not available

Evaporation rate : not available

Odor : characteristic

 

3. Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point : > 230  ̊C

Ignition temperature : not applicable

Extinguishing media : carbonic powder, CO₂, water, chemicals products

Special fire fighting procedures : emit toxics fumes under fire conditions

 

4. Health hazard data and protection information

Effects of overexposure : not investigated

Carcinogenicity : not investigated

Eyes contact and skin contact: severe irritations and serious damages for eyes. Wear rubber gloves, apron and safety goggles. Wash thoroughly with plenty running water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.

Inhalation: mechanical exhaust. Remove to fresh air or give oxygen. Call a physician.

Ingestion: rinse mouth with plenty of water. Call a physician promptly

 

5. Reactivity data

Stability : stable

Incompatible materials : strongly oxidizing materials

Hazardous decomposition products : CO, CO₂

Hazardous polymerisation : not investigated

 

6. Spill, leak  and precautions procedures

Preventives measures: cover with powder, like sodium bicarbonate and collect the whole. Keep the container tightly closed. Ventilate the room and rinse with plenty of water

Waste disposal method: follow all local environmental disposal regulations.

 

7. Special protection information

Handling and storing : follow standard control. Keep the container tightly closed. Store in cool place.

 

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.