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Product Name: Sorbitan Monolaurate
Chemical Name: Sorbitan Monolaurate
CAS Number: 1338-39-2
Synonyms: Span 20
Recommended Uses: Emulsifier, dispersant, stabilizer in foods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications
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Emergency Contact: National emergency telephone number, internal company emergency line, and local poison control center
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria
Physical Hazards: None expected under normal conditions
Health Hazards: Mild skin and eye irritant in sensitive individuals
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to be hazardous; use care to avoid large releases
Signal Word: None required
Pictograms: No GHS pictograms assigned
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation
Precautionary Statements: Use proper industrial hygiene practices, avoid prolonged contact with skin or eyes
Chemical Identity: Sorbitan Monolaurate
CAS Number: 1338-39-2
Concentration: 100% pure substance, may appear as light yellow viscous liquid or semi-solid
Impurities: May contain small amounts of related esters or free fatty acids
Additives: Typically none unless formulated in a blend
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and plenty of water; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes; seek attention if irritation occurs
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel; call a physician if symptoms develop
Note to Physicians: Treat symptoms, no specific antidote; monitor sensitized individuals for allergic reactions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, CO₂, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet may spread product
Hazards from Combustion: May release carbon oxides under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing
Special Precautions: Move containers from fire area if possible; cool with water spray if not leaking
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible aldehydes, and hydrocarbons at high temperatures
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, and work clothing to avoid contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, or soil
Containment Methods: Dike spilled product with absorbent materials such as sand or earth
Clean-up Procedures: Collect with non-sparking tools and place in suitable containers; clean spill area with detergent and water
Disposal: Dispose of collected material as per local, national, and international regulations
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation, minimize exposure through good personal hygiene and safety practices, avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from heat sources and incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents including peroxides, chlorine, and nitrates
Special Requirements: Use corrosion-resistant containers, segregate from food and feedstuffs
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA, ACGIH, or other regulatory limits
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general ventilation to minimize vapor and mist accumulation
Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves resistant to chemical exposure, safety goggles or face shield, protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate and dust or mist is possible
Other Protection: Eye-wash station and safety shower in work area recommended
Environmental Controls: Minimize release to environment, collect contaminated rinsate for disposal
Physical State: Viscous liquid or semi-solid
Color: Yellow to light amber
Odor: Slight characteristic or fatty odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
PH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 24–26°C
Boiling Point: >100°C (decomposes)
Flash Point: >150°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Negligible
Flammability: Not highly flammable but combustible at high temperatures
Vapor Pressure: Very low at room temperature
Vapor Density: >1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.03–1.08 g/cm³
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and organic solvents
Partition Coefficient: log Kow > 3
Auto-ignition Temperature: >300°C
Decomposition Temperature: >180°C
Viscosity: High viscosity at room temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions and normal temperatures
Reactivity: Non-reactive with most common materials
Possible Hazardous Reactions: None expected during handling or storage
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged exposure to heat, strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents such as peroxides, nitric acid, sulfuric acid
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrolein and minor aldehydes on burning
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) > 37000 mg/kg, relatively low acute toxicity
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mildly irritating to some individuals
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Very rare, sensitization possible in those with allergies
Carcinogenicity: Not considered carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Studies do not show adverse reproductive effects
Chronic Effects: No known significant effects with normal handling
Other Data: No known mutagenic or teratogenic effects
Eco-Toxicity: Not acutely harmful to aquatic life based on available data
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in environment under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low bioaccumulation expected as the substance hydrolyzes easily
Mobility in Soil: Low to moderate, will absorb to soil and sediment
Other Adverse Effects: No significant ozone depletion, photochemical smog, or greenhouse gas concerns identified
Aquatic Toxicity Data: LC50 (fish): >100 mg/L / EC50 (daphnia): >100 mg/L
Disposal Methods: Dispose of through authorized waste contractor in line with local environmental authority regulations
Unused Product: Store for energy recovery or incineration if not suitable for recycling
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse, offer for recycling if available, otherwise dispose of as non-hazardous solid waste
Sewage Disposal: Avoid discharge to sewers, surface waters or groundwater
Special Precautions: Handle empty containers with care, residues can present slip hazard
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated, not classified as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Hazard Labels: None required
Special Precautions for User: Secure containers for transport, prevent spills and leaks
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Transport in Bulk: Not subject to bulk transport codes
OSHA Hazard Communication: Not classified as hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
REACH (EU): Registered or exempted
SARA Title III Sections 311/312 Hazard Categories: None
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Labeling Requirements: Comply with workplace labeling, provide safety training for handling
Other Applicable Regulations: Consult local, national, and international requirements for environmental release and disposal
Workplace Exposure Monitoring: Recommended in workplaces with frequent or high-volume handling
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