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## MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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. P R O D U C T I D E N T I F I C A T I O N

MANUFACTURER/SUPPLIER Sasol North America Inc. Research and Developmen t

ADDRESS 2201 Old Spanish Trail, Westlake, LA 70669

TRADE NAME ALFOTERRA® XXX-YS Surfactant (XXX = 123, 145, 167 a nd Y = 4 – 8)

SYNONYMS Alkoxylated Alcohol Sulfate, sodium salt

TELEPHONE NO 337-494-5263 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO. (24 hr) 337-494-5142

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. C O M P O N E N T I N F O R M A T I O N

This material is not on the TSCA Inventory. Component(s) Weight %

Alkoxylated Alcohol Sulfate, sodium salt 20-40

Water 60-80

May contain trace amounts of Propylene Oxide (CAS# 75-56-9) which is a CERCLA hazardous substance.

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. P H Y S I C A L D A T A

APPEARANCE AND ODOR Clear to Pale Yellow Liquid with a Sweet Odor

SOLUBILITY IN WATER Miscible SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H 2 O=1) Not available

BOILING POINT Not available MELTING POINT Not available

VAPOR PRESSURE Not available VAPOR DENSITY Not available

pH Not available

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. F I R E A N D E X P L O S I O N D A T A

FLASH POINT (TEST METHOD) est. > 212 oF (> 100 °C) AUTOIGNITION

TEMPERATURE Not available

FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR (% VOL) LOWER Not available UPPER Not available

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Water spray or fog, alcohol resistant foam, dry che mical or carbon dioxide

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING

PROCEDURES Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for fire fi ghting if necessary. Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND

EXPLOSION HAZARD Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separ ately. This must not be discharged into

drains.ALFOTERRA® XXX-YS Surfactant (XXX = 123, 145, 167 a nd Y = 4 - 8)

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. H E A L T H H A Z A R D I N F O R M A T I O N

FIRST AID

EYES: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

SKIN: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. When symptoms persist or in all cases of doubt see k medical advice. Wash contaminated clothing
before re-use.

INHALATION: If swallowed, call a poison control centre or doct or immediately. Do not induce vomiting without med ical

advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsc ious person.

INGESTION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. Call a physician immediately

NATURE OF HAZARD

EYE: Irritating to eyes. May cause corneal inflammation

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SKIN : Repeated or prolonged contact can cause reddening and scaling of the skin (dermatitis). High

standards of skin care and personal hygiene should be exercised at all times.

INHALATION : This material is a negligible hazard due to its l ow volatility. If vapor is present in high concent rations,

irritation to upper respiratory tract may occur.

INGESTION : Low order of toxicity. No hazard by this route i n normal use. Ingestion of large amounts may cause

gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and d iarrhea.

EXPOSURE LIMITS

No occupational exposure limits have been establish ed for this product. Trace amounts of Propylene Ox ide may be present in this product. NTP and IARC list Propylen e Oxide as carcinogen. The Propylene Oxide in this product is not expected to result in significant exposures or pres ent a health hazard.

Propylene Oxide: OSHA PEL = 100 ppm (240 mg/m 3 ); ACGIH TLV-TWA = 2 ppm

TOXICITY DATA

No toxicity studies have been conducted on this mat erial.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Avoid contact with eyes and skin.ALFOTERRA® XXX-YS Surfactant (XXX = 123, 145, 167 a nd Y = 4 - 8)

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. S T A B I L I T Y A N D R E A C T I V I T Y D A T A

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Stable.

INCOMPATIBILITY:

Can react with strong oxidizers.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

Oxides of carbon and sulfur can be generated under fire conditions.

CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION :

None

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. S P I L L O R L E A K P R O C E D U R E S

Remove all sources of ignition. Contain spillage, and then collect with non-combustible absorbent mat erial, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place i n container for disposal according to local / natio nal regulations. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

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. S P E C I A L P R O T E C T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N

VENTILATION RECOMMENDATIONS

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Trace amounts of Propylene Oxide may be pr esent in the product and could accumulate in vapor spaces of sto rage or transport vessels.

SPECIFIC PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

EYE: When contact with liquid is likely, use a face shie ld and chemical resistant goggles. Otherwise use

safety glasses or goggles.

SKIN: Full protective clothing, chemical boots, and chem ical gloves when contact with liquid is possible.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If exposure limits are likely to be exceeded, use NIOSH approved respiratory protection.ALFOTERRA® XXX-YS Surfactant (XXX = 123, 145, 167 a nd Y = 4 - 8)

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. H A N D L I N G A N D S T O R A G E

SAFE HANDLING ADVICE: Take precautionary measures against static dischar ges.

STORAGE/TRANSPORT TEMPERATURE: Ambient

STORAGE/TRANSPORT PRESSURE: Ambient

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. T R A N S P O R T A T I O N

This product is Not Regulated as a dangerous good.

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HMIS HAZARD RATINGS:

HEALTH 2

FLAMMABILITY 1

REACTIVITY 0

THE ABOVE DATA IS BASED ON TEST AND EXPERIENCE WHIC H SASOL NORTH AMERICA INC. BELIEVES

RELIABLE AND ARE SUPPLIED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSE S ONLY. THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED HEREIN
IS SUPPLIED AS A SAMPLE ONLY, AND HAS NOT BEEN COMM ERCIALIZED. SASOL NORTH AMERICA INC.

REQUESTS THAT CUSTOMERS INSPECT AND TEST OUR PRODUC TS BEFORE USE AND SATISFY THEMSELVES

AS TO CONTENTS AND SUITABILITY. SASOL NORTH AMERIC A INC. DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE

OR INJURY WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THE ABOVE D ATA AND NOTHING CONTAINED THEREIN SHALL CONSTITUTE A GUARANTEE, WARRANTY (INCLUDING W ARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY) OR REPRESENTATION (INCLUDING FREEDOM FROM PATENT LIABI LITY) BY SASOL NORTH AMERICA INC. WITH
RESPECT TO THE DATA, THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED, OR THEI R USE FOR ANY SPECIFIC PURPOSE, EVEN IF

THAT PURPOSE IS KNOWN TO SASOL NORTH AMERICA INC.

Created: 1/8/03

Revised: 5/14/10