SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identification
Trade name: C1698
Substance name: Cetyl Alcohol, Hexadecanol-1
Other Identification: Singele distilled
CAS No.: 36653-82-4
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses: Use in surfactant (upstream of detergent, personal care).
Uses advised against: No uses advised against.
1.3 Details of the supplier of the SDS
Supplier: OBETECH PACIFIC SDN. BHD.
Address: Unit 07-06, 7th Floor, Centro Mall, 8, Unit 07-06, 7th Floor,
Centro Mall, 8, Klang, Selangor D.E., Malaysia
Telephone: +603 3344 6270
Fax: +603 3344 6270
Emergency Telephone: +603 3344 6270
Section 2: Hazards identification
Classification and labeling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008[CLP]
GHS classification: This product is not classified as hazardous.
GHS labeling: No labelling information available (such as hazard pictogram, signal
word, hazard statement, precautionary statement). This product does
not meet the criteria for classification in any hazard class according to
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging
of substances and mixtures.
Hazard pictogram(s): No pictogram is used.
Signal word: No signal word is used.
Hazard statement(s): No hazard statement.
Precautionary statement(s): No precautionary statement.
Section 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance information
Classification Classification
Substance name CAS No. EC No. Index No. % (w/w)
according to DSD according to CLP
Hexadecan-1-ol 36653-82-4 - - Not classified Not classified 98-100
Full text of R-phrase(s) and H-statement(s): see section 16.
Section 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General notes: In case of adverse health effects seek medical advice.
Following inhalation:
Not relevant
Following skin contact:
Rinse with running water
Following eye contact:
Immediately Flush eyes with copious amounts of running water (for 15 minutes),
see an oculist.
Following ingestion:
Flush oral cavity, drink 200-300 ml of water, and see a physician.
Notes for the doctor:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Treatment may vary with condition of victim and specifics of incident
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No information available.
4.3 Indication of the immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.
Section 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
Foam, extinguishing powder, water spray jet
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
From combustion products or from resulting gases: no data available.
5.3 Advice for fire-fighters
Wear protective equipment.
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Section 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not allow to flow into drainage system.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For small amounts: Pick up with suitable appliance and dispose of.
For large amounts: Pick up with suitable appliance and dispose of.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Danger of slipping on escaped product.
Section 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid open flames
No special measures required
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Suitable materials of containers: High density polyethylene (HDPE), Low density
polyethylene (LDPE), Paper/Fireboard.
Keep container tightly sealed
Liquid product: Minimum temperature in storage tank 55 °C
Storage stability:
Storage temperature: <=30 °C
Protect against moisture.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No data available.
Section 8 : Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational exposure limit values:
Not established
DNEL(Derived No Effect Level) for workers:
36653-82-4: Hexadecan-1-ol
Worker: Long and Short-term exposure- systematic effects, dermal: 125
mg/kg bw/day
Worker: Long and Short-term exposure- systematic effects, inhalation: 220
mg/m3
DNEL(Derived No Effect Level) for the general population:
36653-82-4: Hexadecan-1-ol
Consumer: Long and Short-term exposure- systematic effects, dermal: 75
mg/kg bw/day
Consumer: Long and Short-term exposure- systematic effects, inhalation: 65
mg/m3
Consumer: Long and Short-term exposure- systematic effects, oral: 75
mg/kg bw/day
PNEC(Predicted No Effect Concentration) values:
36653-82-4: Hexadecan-1-ol
Freshwater: 0.00156 mg/l
Marine water: 0.000156 mg/l
Intermittent release: No PNEC value available
STP: 0.00013 mg/l
Sediment (freshwater): 4.8 mg/kg
Sediment (marine water): 0.48 mg/kg
Soil: 4 mg/kg
Oral (secondary poisoning): No PNEC value available
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls:
Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation system.
Personal protective equipment:
Eye and face Protection: Protective goggles
Skin protection: Wear appropriate protective clothing and gloves to
prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory protection: In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory
protection.
Environmental exposure controls:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Industrial hygiene:
Immediately remove soiled or soaked clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke while
working.
Section 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance: Solid, waxy type
Colour: White
Odour: Odourless
pH: No data available.
Melting point: 45 – 50 °C
Boiling point: 319 °C (1,013 hPa) (ASTM D1120)
Density (60°C): 0.805-0.815 g/𝑐𝑚3 (ISO 6883;
QP2309.1; Density pycnometer)
0.8886 g/𝑐𝑚3 (16 °C) (DIN 51757)
Vapour pressure: 3 mbar (38 °C) (measured)
Partition coefficient n -octanol/water 6.7 (measured)
(log Kow):
Solubility in water: (20 °C) insoluble at water
Flash point: 149 °C (ASTM D93)
Auto-ignition temperature: Temperature: 272 °C
Pressure: 1,013.25 hPa
Flammability: Not flammable
Decomposition temperature: No data available.
Explosive properties: Not explosive.
Oxidising properties: No oxidizing properties.
Evaporation rate : The product is a non-volatile solid.
Viscosity; dynamic: Not applicable, the product is a solid
Viscosity; kinematic: 3,394 𝑚𝑚2 /𝑠 (100 °C) (ASTM D445)
Section 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7,
handling and storage).
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reactions known.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No data available if used for its intended purpose.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed.
Section 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Mutagenicity test accoeding to Ames: (experimental) negative.
Acute toxicity:
Oral (rat): LD50> 5000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 401)
Inhalation (rat): LD50> 5 mg/l
Dermal (rabbit): LD50> 5000 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation:
Not irritating to skin.
Skin corrosion/irritation rabbit: Slightly irritating (Draize test)
Serious eye damage/irritation:
Serious eye damage/irritating rabbit: Slightly irritating (Draize test)
Respiratory or skin sensitization:
No sensitization.
CMR effects (Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity and Toxicity for Reproduction):
No data available.
STOT-single exposure and repeated exposure:
No data available.
Additional information:
No data available.
Section 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Acute fish toxicity: LC50 > to 100 mg product/L
Method: DIN EN ISO 7346-2
Acute daphnia toxicity: No data available.
Acute algae toxicity: No data available.
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Readily and rapidly degradable: all individual organic substances contained in the
product achieve values in tests for ready degradability (e.g. OECD 301 A-F) of at
least 60% BOD/COD or 70% DOC reduction (tolerance value for classification as
“readily degradable”:>=70% DOC reduction or >=60% BOD/COD in 28 days)
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Based on best current information, there is no data known associated with this
product.
12.4 Mobility in soil
The product is insoluble in water, so the mobility is soil is low.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No data available.
12.6 Other adverse effects
No data available.
Section 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert
extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Observe all federal, state,
and local environmental regulations. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal
service to dispose of this material.
Section 14: Transport information
Not hazardous according to RID/ADR, GGVS/GGVE, ADNR, IMDG, ICAO-TI/IATA-DGR
14.1 Land transport (ADR)
This product is not regulated as a hazardous material.
14.2 Sea transport (IMDG)
This product is not regulated as a hazardous material.
14.3 Air transport (IATA)
This product is not regulated as a hazardous material.
14.4 Additional information
No other information available.
Section 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Authorisations: No information available.
Restrictions on use: No information available.
EINECS: CAS# 36653-82-4 is listed in the inventory.
DSD (67/548/EEC): CAS# 36653-82-4 is not listed in the Annex I.
Other chemical regulation: No information available.
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance.
Section 16: Other information
16.1 Revision Information:
This information is based on our current level of knowledge and relates to the
product in the state in which it is delivered. It is intended to describe our products
from the point of view of safety requirements and is not intended to guarantee and
particular properties.
16.2 Abbreviations and acronyms
CLP: EU regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and
packaging of chemical substances and mixtures.
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society).
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods.
IATA: International Air Transport Association.
OSHA: The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
TSCA: Toxic Substances Control Act, The American chemical inventory.
DSD: Dangerous Substance Directive (67/548/EEC).
IECSC: Inventory of existing chemical substances in China.
DSL: Domestic Substances List, The Canadian chemical inventory.
AICS: The Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances.
ENCS: Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances.
16.3 Key literature references and sources for data
ESIS IUCLID Dataset: European chemical Substances Information System.
ECHA's public database with information on registered substances.
16.4 Relevant R-phrases and H-statements
R20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
16.5 Training advice
Provide adequate information, instruction and training for operators.
16.6 Declare to reader
The information in this SDS is provided all the relevant data fully and truly. However,
the information is provided without any warranty on their absolute extensiveness and
accuracy. This SDS was prepared to provide safety preventive measures for the users
who have got professional training. The personal user who obtained this SDS should
make independent judgment for the applicability of this SDS under special conditions.
In these special cases, we do not assume responsibility for the damage. According to
REACH Article 31(5), the SDS shall be supplied in an official language of the Member
State(s) where the substance or mixture is placed on the market,
unless the recipient
Date of Rev.: 31 August 2028
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