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    This document provides information on Polysorbate 60 (Tween 60), including its composition, hazards, safe handling and storage, exposure controls, and disposal considerations. Polysorbate 60 is a white solid that is slightly hazardous if it contacts skin, eyes, or is ingested or inhaled. Proper precautions such as protective equipment and ventilation should be used. The material is combustible and incompatible with oxidizing agents.

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    This document provides information on Polysorbate 60 (Tween 60), including its composition, hazards, safe handling and storage, exposure controls, and disposal considerations. Polysorbate 60 is a white solid that is slightly hazardous if it contacts skin, eyes, or is ingested or inhaled. Proper precautions such as protective equipment and ventilation should be used. The material is combustible and incompatible with oxidizing agents.

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    This document provides information on Polysorbate 60 (Tween 60), including its composition, hazards, safe handling and storage, exposure controls, and disposal considerations. Polysorbate 60 is a white solid that is slightly hazardous if it contacts skin, eyes, or is ingested or inhaled. Proper precautions such as protective equipment and ventilation should be used. The material is combustible and incompatible with oxidizing agents.

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    Material Safety Data Sheet


    POLYSORBATE 60 MSDS
    Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

    Product Name: POLYSORBATE 60 Contact Information:


    Catalog Codes: SLP4309 Sciencelab.com, Inc.
    14025 Smith Rd.
    CAS#: 9005-67-8 Houston, Texas 77396
    RTECS: WG2934000 US Sales: 1-800-901-7247
    International Sales: 1-281-441-4400
    TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: POLYSORBATE 60
    Order Online: ScienceLab.com
    CI#: Not available.
    CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:
    Synonym: TWEEN 60; 1-800-424-9300
    Chemical Formula: C64H126O26 International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887
    For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

    Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients


    Composition:

    Name CAS # % by Weight


    POLYSORBATE 60 9005-67-8 100

    Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not applicable.

    Section 3: Hazards Identification

    Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
    inhalation.
    Potential Chronic Health Effects:
    CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
    DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.

    Section 4: First Aid Measures

    Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be
    used.
    Skin Contact:
    After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running
    water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used.

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    Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before
    reusing.
    Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
    Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
    Serious Inhalation: Not available.
    Ingestion:
    Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform
    mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
    Serious Ingestion: Not available.

    Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

    Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.


    Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
    Flash Points: Not available.
    Flammable Limits: Not available.
    Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
    Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
    Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
    Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in
    presence of static discharge: Not available.
    Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
    SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
    Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
    Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

    Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

    Small Spill:
    Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
    the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
    Large Spill:
    Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
    contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

    Section 7: Handling and Storage

    Precautions:
    Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a
    fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing
    agents.
    Storage:
    Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a
    cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away from strong oxidizing
    agents.

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    Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

    Engineering Controls:
    Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
    exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
    below the exposure limit.
    Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
    Gloves.
    Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
    Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
    inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this
    product.
    Exposure Limits: Not available.

    Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

    Physical state and appearance: Solid.


    Odor: Not available.
    Taste: Not available.
    Molecular Weight: 1131.9 g/mole
    Color: Not available.
    pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
    Boiling Point: Not available.
    Melting Point: Not available.
    Critical Temperature: Not available.
    Specific Gravity: 1.07 (Water = 1)
    Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
    Vapor Density: Not available.
    Volatility: Not available.
    Odor Threshold: Not available.
    Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
    Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
    Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.
    Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.

    Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

    Stability: The product is stable.


    Instability Temperature: Not available.
    Conditions of Instability: Not available.
    Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents.
    Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

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    Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
    Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
    Polymerization: No.

    Section 11: Toxicological Information

    Routes of Entry: Not available.


    Toxicity to Animals:
    LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
    Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
    Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
    Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
    Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
    Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.

    Section 12: Ecological Information

    Ecotoxicity: Not available.


    BOD5 and COD: Not available.
    Products of Biodegradation:
    Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
    Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.
    Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

    Section 13: Disposal Considerations

    Waste Disposal:

    Section 14: Transport Information

    DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).


    Identification: Not applicable.
    Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.

    Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

    Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: POLYSORBATE 60


    Other Regulations: Not available..
    Other Classifications:
    WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
    DSCL (EEC):

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    This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
    HMIS (U.S.A.):
    Health Hazard: 1
    Fire Hazard: 1
    Reactivity: 0
    Personal Protection: E
    National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
    Health: 1
    Flammability: 1
    Reactivity: 0
    Specific hazard:
    Protective Equipment:
    Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.

    Section 16: Other Information

    References: Not available.


    Other Special Considerations: Not available.
    Created: 10/10/2005 11:35 AM
    Last Updated: 05/21/2013 12:00 PM

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    make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume
    no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for
    their particular purposes. In no event shall ScienceLab.com be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for
    lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if ScienceLab.com
    has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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