ICSC 1470 - DODECYL BENZENESULFONIC ACID

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DODECYL BENZENESULFONIC ACID

ICSC: 1470
_{October 2002}

Benzenesulfonic acid, dodecyl
Laurylbenzenesulfonic acid

CAS No: 27176-87-0
RTECS No: DB6600000
UN No: 2586

C₁₈H₃₀O₃S / C₁₂H₂₅C₆H₄.SO₃H
Molecular mass: 326.5

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat.	Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. Skin burns. Blisters.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. Loss of vision.	Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable non-metal containers as far as possible. Cautiously neutralize remainder with lime or sodium bicarbonate. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.	UN Hazard Class: 8 UN Pack Group: III	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-80S2586	Separated from bases and oxidants.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW TO BROWN LIQUID

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating above 205°C producing toxic fumes including sulfur oxides and hydrogen sulfide. Reacts with bases and oxidants to produce sulfur oxides, causing toxic hazard. Attacks metals.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point (decomposes): >204.5°C Melting point: 10°C Relative density (water = 1): 1 Solubility in water: very good Flash point: 148.9°C o.c.	The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms.

NOTES

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