cetearyl alcohol

Potential Acute Health Effects Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
inhalation.
Potential Chronic HealthSlightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
Effectsinhalation.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye ContactCheck for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Skin ContactWash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.
Serious Skin ContactNot available.
InhalationIf inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical attention.
Serious InhalationNot available.
IngestionDo NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion
Not available.

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Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature The lowest known value is 254°C (489.2°F) (Myristic alcohol).
The lowest known value is CLOSED CUP: 110°C (230°F) . (Myristic alcohol)
Flash Points
The greatest known range is LOWER: 1% UPPER: 8% (Stearyl alcohol)
Flammable Limits
Products of CombustionThese products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat, of oxidizing materials.
Non-flammable in presence of moisture.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various SubstancesRisks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting MediaSMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and InstructionsLARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Material supports combustion. (Myristic alcohol)
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Cetostearyl Alcohols

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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small SpillUse 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 SpillUse 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.

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Section 7. Handling and Storage
PrecautionsKeep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. If ingested,
seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles such as
oxidizing agents, acids.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage

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Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering ControlsUse 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 ProtectionSafety glasses. 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 Spillused to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure LimitsNot available.

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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid.OdorNot available.
TasteNot available.
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
ColorNot available.
pH (1% soln/water)Not applicable.
Boiling PointNot available.
Melting Point48°C (118.4°F) - 56 C.
The lowest known value is 487.85°C (910.1°F) (Cetyl alcohol).
Critical Temperature
Specific GravityWeighted average: 0.82 (Water = 1)
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Vapor DensityThe highest known value is 9.5 (Air = 1) (Stearyl alcohol). Weighted average: 8.91 (Air = 1)
VolatilityNot available.
Odor ThresholdNot available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.The product is more soluble in oil.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Dispersion PropertiesIs not dispersed in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.
See solubility in methanol, diethyl ether, acetone.
SolubilityEasily soluble in diethyl ether.
Soluble in acetone.
Partially soluble in methanol.
Very slightly soluble in n-octanol.
Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
Cetostearyl Alcohols

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Instability TemperatureNot available.
Conditions of InstabilityExcess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with variousReactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Non-reactive with moisture.
substances
Not considered to be corrosive for metals and glass.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks onNot available.
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
PolymerizationWill not occur.

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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of EntryAbsorbed through skin. Eye contact. Ingestion.
Toxicity to AnimalsAcute oral toxicity (LD50): 2196 mg/kg (Rat) (Calculated value for the mixture).
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): >2000 mg/kg [Mammal (unspecified)]. (Stearyl alcohol).
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects onSlightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans
Special Remarks onLowest Published Lethal Dose/Conc
Toxicity to AnimalsLCL [Rat] - Route: Inhalation; Dose: 2220 mg/m3/6H
LDL [Guinea Pig] - Route: Skin; Dose: 10000 mg/kg (Cetyl alcohol)
Special Remarks onTumorigenic effects based on animal data (Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances - Route:
Chronic Effects on Humansimplanted; Organism: Mouse . No human available.
Unable to locate references on possible reproductive or lactation effects of this agent. (Stearyl alcohol)
Special Remarks on otherAcute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on HumansSkin: Causes mild skin irritation. It may be absorbed through the skin
Eyes: Causes mild eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: May cause digestive tract iirritation and diarrhea. May affect behavior/central nervous system
(somnolence, central nervous system depresson). May affect the liver, respiration (respiratory depression)

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Section 12. Ecological Information
EcotoxicityNot available.
BOD5 and CODNot available.
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
Products of Biodegradation
may arise.
Toxicity of the ProductsThe product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on theNot available.
Products of Biodegradation
Cetostearyl Alcohols

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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste DisposalWaste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.

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Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Not an IATA controlled material
IdentificationNot applicable.
Special Provisions forNot applicable.
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)

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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Federal and StateNo products were found.
Regulations
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
California
Proposition 65found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found
Warnings
hich the State of California has found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the
statute: No products were found.
Other RegulationsNot available
WHMIS (Canada) Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC)This product is not classifiedS24/25- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
according to the EU regulations.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.)1 National Fire Protection
1 Flammability
1 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
0 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
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WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
Cetostearyl Alcohols
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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