| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Tween 20 | 【Synonyms】
Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monolaurate
Tween 20 | 【CAS】
9005-64-5 | 【Formula】
C58H114O26 | 【Molecular Weight】
1227.72 | 【EINECS】
500-018-3 | 【RTECS】
TR7400000 | 【RTECS Class】
Drug; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
NA |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep from freezing. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store at around 20 C. | 【Handling】
Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
May cause mild eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
May cause reproductive and fetal effects. | 【Poison Class】
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| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
>149 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation. |
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