Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Revision date
2011-01-14
Product name
GALENOL 2173 Emulsifier
Product Synonyms
Alcohol and Ethoxylate Blend, Cetearyl Alcohol and Ceteareth-20
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Surfactant, Emulsifier, Raw material for cosmetic agents
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Company Information
company name
Sasol North America Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@us.sasol.com
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview Appearance white solid Colorless liquid when melted. Odour sweet pungent
Precautionary statements
WARNING! Causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Environmental Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Toxic to aquatic life. Readily biodegradable.
Potential health effects
Eyes Irritating to eyes. May cause corneal inflammation. Skin May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis. High standards of skin care and personal hygiene should be exercised at all times. Inhalation Irritating to respiratory system. Ingestion Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Additional advice This product contains residual levels of alcohols which, even under normal handling conditions, may smell and irritate the eyes, nose, and throats of some individuals. (See Section 11 for Toxicological Information)
