Product Name: Branched Secondary Alcohol Polyether (TERGITOL)
Synonyms: Tergitol surfactant, secondary alcohol ethoxylate
Recommended Use: Surfactant in industrial formulations, cleaning agents, emulsifiers
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CAS Number: 84133-50-6
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UN Number: Not regulated under UN guidelines
Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A), Skin irritation (Category 2), Aquatic chronic hazard (Category 3)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause skin irritation, harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Pictograms: Exclamation mark for skin and eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wear suitable protective equipment. Do not release into the environment.
Physical Hazards: None expected under normal use
Health Hazards: Potential for irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
Environmental Hazards: Can be hazardous to aquatic life with prolonged exposure
Chemical Identity: Tergitol Branched Secondary Alcohol Polyether
Chemical Family: Alkoxylated alcohol surfactant
Components: Branched C9-11 secondary alcohols (ethoxylated) — 90-100%
Other Ingredients: May include water (<1%), proprietary stabilizers (<1%)
CAS Number (Main Component): 84133-50-6
Impurities: Trace impurities are below reportable limits based on available data
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; keep eyelids open; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Immediately wash affected area with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing; get medical advice if irritation develops or persists
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; provide artificial respiration if needed; seek medical attention if symptoms occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; seek immediate medical attention
Important Symptoms/Effects: Redness, irritation, discomfort in eyes/skin; headaches or dizziness from inhalation
Advice for Medical Providers: Treat symptomatically; no specific antidote documented
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water stream for large fires (may spread spilled product)
Specific Hazards: Product may form hazardous decomposition products at high temperatures, such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Further Information: Avoid runoff that could enter waterways; use water spray to cool exposed surfaces
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment (gloves, eye protection); avoid breathing vapors or mist; restrict access
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, drains, and natural waterways
Containment Methods: Dike area with inert material (sand, earth, etc.); absorb with suitable material
Cleanup Procedures: Scoop or shovel collected material into suitable container; clean spill area with detergent and water
Disposal: Place in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; use with adequate ventilation; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Technical Measures: Use only in well-ventilated areas; employ local exhaust where vapor or mist is produced
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed, labeled container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials (strong acids, oxidizers)
Material Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, strong acids
Storage Temperature: Maintain between 5°C and 35°C for best stability
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general dilution ventilation to maintain airborne levels below recommended limits
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), safety goggles, long sleeves; face shield for splash risks
Respiratory Protection: Not usually necessary in normal use; wear NIOSH-approved respirator if airborne concentrations exceed limits
Workplace Monitoring: Regular monitoring for mist/vapor levels where generated
Occupational Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limit established specifically for this product; observe exposure limits for general nuisance dusts or mists
Hygiene Measures: Remove contaminated clothing; wash before reuse; wash hands and face after handling
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Slight, alcohol-like
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: 5.5–8.5 (5% in water)
Melting Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point: Above 100°C
Flash Point: > 100°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not established
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Vapor Pressure: Low (<1 mmHg at 20°C)
Vapor Density: Not determined
Relative Density: 0.98–1.04 g/cm³ at 25°C
Solubility: Soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-Ignition Temperature: >200°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not established
Viscosity: 30–100 cP at 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions expected under normal use
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Decomposition Products: At high temperatures: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, direct sunlight, freezing or very high temperatures
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral and dermal toxicity established in animal studies
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild to moderate skin irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes moderate to severe eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: No data suggesting respiratory sensitization
Skin Sensitization: No evidence found for skin sensitization
Carcinogenicity: No components identified as carcinogens by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No known risks to reproduction based on available information
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT): Not classified for single or repeated exposure
Other Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact can defat skin, leading to dryness or cracking
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects; LC50 (Fish, 96 hr): 1–10 mg/L
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable in aquatic environments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation as per log Kow data
Mobility in Soil: Moderate to high mobility, depending on soil characteristics
Other Adverse Effects: Do not allow substantial quantities to enter waterways or soil; large discharges may damage aquatic systems through oxygen depletion
Additional Information: Dilution and breakdown enhances natural removal in wastewater treatment systems
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; avoid release to environment
Container Handling: Triple rinse empty containers; recycle or dispose in approved waste facility
Sewage Disposal: Do not allow undiluted product to reach sewage system
Disposal Description: Surfactants break down during wastewater treatment; prevent concentrated discharge
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous for transport by road, air, or sea
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant not expected in transported concentrations
Special Transportation Precautions: Keep containers upright and intact to prevent leaks
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): Listed
REACH Registration: Registered as substance under the European regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
SARA Title III (Sections 311/312): Acute health hazard; not subject to Section 313 reporting
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard: Meets classification for skin and eye irritation
Canadian WHMIS Classification: D2B (Toxic materials causing other toxic effects)
Other International Regulations: Listed on AICS, EINECS, DSL, ENCS, and similar national inventories
Labeling Requirements: Complies with GHS (Globally Harmonized System) for hazard communication
