Product Name: Sodium 2-Hydroxyethanesulphonate
Chemical Formula: C2H5NaO4S
Synonyms: Sodium Isethionate, Isethionic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS Number: 1562-00-1
Recommended Use: Surfactant, cosmetic formulations, detergent formulations, cleaning products
Supplier: Contact details of the manufacturer or distributor
Emergency Contact: Emergency telephone number specific to supplier’s safety office
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Label Elements: No specific signal word or hazard pictogram required
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation on prolonged contact
Precautionary Statements: Use with adequate ventilation, avoid direct contact with eyes and skin
Other Hazards: Not expected to produce serious health hazards or acute toxicity under normal use conditions
Chemical Name: Sodium 2-Hydroxyethanesulphonate
Concentration: >98% by weight
Impurities: Trace elements (less than 2%) may include sodium chloride, water
Molecular Weight: 164.11 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids open, seek medical advice if irritation develops
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult doctor if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, get support if respiratory symptoms appear, medical attention for persistent symptoms
Note for Physicians: Symptomatic treatment, no specific antidote known for this substance
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry powder, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure water that may spread material
Hazards from Combustion: May emit sulphur oxides, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Special Procedures: Cool containers exposed to fire with water spray, avoid inhalation of combustion products
Personal Precautions: Use suitable protective gear including gloves, safety goggles, dust mask. Ensure adequate ventilation to avoid dust inhalation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering drains, watercourses or soil
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up and collect in a suitable, labeled waste container for proper disposal. Avoid dry sweeping if significant dust is present; moisten to minimize dust formation
Disposal: Dispose in accordance with local regulations, do not flush into surface water systems
Handling: Avoid direct contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure. Use only in well ventilated areas. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers, in a cool, dry, and well ventilated area. Protect from moisture and heat sources
Compatibility: Keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and incompatible substances
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Store away from foodstuffs
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits
Engineering Controls: Use general room exhaust, or local ventilation for dust control
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, gloves (nitrile or rubber), dust mask/respirator if handling powders
Skin Protection: Protective clothing recommended for repeated or prolonged exposure
Hygiene: Avoid hand to mouth contact, wash thoroughly after use, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
pH (1% solution): ~7.5–9 at 20°C
Melting Point: >250°C (decomposition)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Density: About 1.6 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Not available
Flash Point: Not flammable
Explosive Properties: No explosive properties
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, high humidity, exposure to incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulphur oxides, sodium oxides, and other toxic fumes in case of thermal decomposition
Polymerization: Product does not undergo hazardous polymerization
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral and dermal toxicity; estimated LD50 (oral, rat) over 5,000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as a skin irritant, but repeated contact may cause mild irritation
Eye Damage/Irritation: Possible mild irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic reactions
Chronic Effects: No evidence of mutagenicity or carcinogenicity. Long-term exposure to dust may aggravate existing lung conditions
Additional Data: Not listed as a reproductive hazard. No neurotoxicity reported
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms, estimated LC50 (fish) greater than 100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, breaks down via microbial action in nature
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate in organisms
Mobility in Soil: Readily soluble, potential to migrate in water
Other Adverse Effects: No significant ozone depletion or global warming potential
Disposal Methods: Dispose as non-hazardous chemical waste under local, regional, and national regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse empty containers with water and recycle if possible or dispose in accordance with local guidelines
Special Precautions: Do not discharge into water bodies or sewers, avoid contamination of soil and groundwater
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Does not require special shipping name
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: None assigned
Environmental Hazards: None
Special Precautions for User: Ensure packaging is secure to prevent accidental release or spillage
USA TSCA: Listed on the Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
Canada DSL: Listed
EU REACH: Registered, not classified as hazardous under current regulations
International Listings: Listed in Japan (ENCS), China (IECSC), Australia (AICS), Korea (KECI) inventories
Local Regulations: Observe all local, regional, and national regulations concerning chemical safety and worker protection
