Product Name: Green Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG)
Chemical Family: Nonionic surfactant
Recommended Use: Personal care formulations, household cleaners, industrial detergents
Supplier Details: Manufacturer’s name, address, telephone, available emergency contact
Synonyms: Alkyl polyglucoside, D-glucopyranoside derivatives
CAS Number: 68515-73-1
UN Number: Not regulated
Product Form: Liquid/Viscous Liquid
Emergency Telephone: Chemtrec hotline or equivalent service
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
Physical Hazards: May cause mild eye irritation
Health Hazards: Skin mild irritant, risk increases with prolonged exposure; not known to cause sensitization
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause minor irritation to eyes or skin
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after use, avoid contact with eyes
Label Elements: Eye exclamation symbol for local irritation
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation of vapor or mist could cause respiratory tract irritation in poorly ventilated areas; ingestion may upset gastrointestinal tract
Chemical Name: Alkyl polyglucosides
Concentration: 50%–70% by weight
Water: 30%–50% by weight
Hazardous Components: No hazardous ingredients at relevant concentrations
Impurities: None of concern based on available experience
Molecular Formula: C16H32O6 for C8-C10 APG
Molecular Weight: Varies based on chosen alkyl chain
Additives: Trace sodium chloride; below reportable limits
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; get medical advice if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; wash area with plenty of water and soap; seek attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least fifteen minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids; consult physician for any discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; consult medical help for discomfort or unusual symptoms
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation of eyes or skin, possible mild stinging
Advice for Medical Personnel: Symptomatic treatment only; no known delayed effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical
Specific Hazards: Product itself is not flammable, but containers can crack from heat; possible formation of combustible vapors at high temperatures
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possibly traces of aldehydes
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Special Firefighting Procedures: Cool nearby containers; avoid inhalation of fumes
Flash Point: Above 100°C (typically more than 150°C, depending on formulation)
Explosion Data: Not expected to form explosive mixtures with air
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, goggles; avoid unnecessary contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering drains or waterways in large quantities
Methods for Containment: Dike to collect liquid; soak up with inert absorbent (sand, earth)
Cleanup Procedures: Shovel up into suitable containers for disposal; wash spill area with water
Other Precautions: Dispose in accordance with local authority requirements; report large spills
Handling: Avoid splashing and unnecessary exposure; practice good hygiene; always keep container closed when not in use
Technical Measures: Ensure adequate ventilation in processing areas
Storage Conditions: Store in original, tightly closed container; keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated place
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents; avoid extremes of temperature
Specific End Uses: See product application guidance from supplier
Safe Packaging Materials: High-density polyethylene, stainless steel, compatible plastics
Control Parameters: No established workplace exposure limits
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation recommended in case of vapor formation
Personal Protection: Safety goggles, impervious gloves, apron for prolonged exposure
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use; remove contaminated clothing promptly
Respiratory Protection: Not required under normal use, unless misting occurs
Environmental Controls: No special measures needed under usual conditions
Thermal Hazards: Avoid excessive heat to prevent degradation
Appearance: Pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, non-offensive
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: 11–12 (10% solution in water)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point/Range: Above 100°C
Flash Point: Above 150°C (product is not readily flammable)
Evaporation Rate: Slow, not significant
Flammability (Solid, Gas): Not applicable
Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Low
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Relative Density: 1.1–1.2 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Completely miscible
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Viscosity: Moderate, 2000–5000 mPa.s at 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage; retains performance for at least 12 months unopened
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions known under foreseeable conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, freezing
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, aldehydes under burning
Polymerization: Will not occur
Shelf Life: One year or more in original packaging
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity by oral, dermal, or inhalation route for humans and animals (LD50 oral rat > 5000 mg/kg)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May produce mild irritation, especially after repeated contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Prolonged exposure may cause moderate conjunctival irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Data does not indicate significant sensitization risk
Skin Sensitization: No evidence based on studies
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No mutagenic effects seen in standard tests
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No reproductive effects found in relevant tests
STOT-Single Exposure: Not reported to cause specific target organ toxicity
STOT-Repeated Exposure: No chronic health hazards anticipated from exposure
Aspiration Hazard: Not expected to be hazardous by aspiration
Ecotoxicity: Low acute aquatic toxicity (fish LC50 > 100 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable (over 80% removal in 28 days); meets OECD criteria
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate due to high water solubility and rapid degradation
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to complete solubility; unlikely to persist or cause significant soil contamination
Other Adverse Effects: Does not contain priority pollutants or heavy metals
Aquatic Toxicity: Safe for use in normal waste water concentrations; avoid discharge in large amounts
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with regional, national, and local environmental regulations
Product Disposal: Can be processed through municipal or industrial treatment plants; avoid direct release to environment
Packaging Disposal: Rinse packaging thoroughly before recycling or disposal; comply with container recycling regulations
Special Precautions: Minimize quantity disposed as chemical waste
Other Disposal Recommendations: Consider energy recovery or suitable industrial incineration where allowed
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not hazardous for purposes of transportation
Transport Hazard Class(es): None
Packing Group: None assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Avoid excessive movement, secure containers upright
Transport in Bulk (Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and IBC Code): Not intended for bulk transport
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Product meets criteria for low-hazard under US OSHA, Canada WHMIS, EU CLP/GHS
TSCA Inventory: All ingredients listed
DSL/NDSL: All components are listed in Canadian Domestic Substances List
REACH Status: Registered or exempt in European Union
Other Regulatory Listings: Not restricted by FDA or other relevant authorities for non-ingestible applications
Labeling Requirements: Eye and skin irritation warning for workplace use
SARA Title III: No reportable quantities
California Proposition 65: No ingredients listed as causing cancer or reproductive toxicity
International Inventories: Listed in New Zealand, Australian, Japanese, and South Korean chemical inventories
