Product Name: Glucopon 425 N
Chemical Family: Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG)
Intended Use: Surfactant for detergents and cleaning products, including personal care and household applications
Manufacturer: BASF SE
Contact Information: Emergency telephone number available through manufacturer's official website
Synonyms: C8-16 Alkylpolyglycosides
CAS Number: 110615-47-9
Recommended Use: Suitable for use in home care, industrial cleaning, and cosmetics formulations
REACH Registration Number: Provided by supplier upon request
Restrictions: Not recommended for uses other than those described above
GHS Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2B), Not classified as hazardous for other endpoints
Label Elements: Signal word: Warning
Hazard Pictograms: Exclamation mark (for eye irritation)
Hazard Statements: May cause mild eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid direct contact with eyes, Use protective eyewear, Wash hands after handling
Other Hazards: Not known to contain substances that present additional hazards under normal use
C8-16 Alkylpolyglucoside: 100%
Chemical Identity: D-Glucose, decyl octyl ethers, oligomeric mixture
Mixture or Single Substance: Homogeneous mixture of alkyl glucosides
Impurities: Contains minor quantities of water and unreacted glucose derivatives
Additives: Free of hazardous additives based on available data
Molecular Formula: C16H32O6 (average)
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; continue rinsing until irritation subsides or medical help arrives
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; drink water to dilute; do not induce vomiting; obtain medical attention if feeling unwell
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and provide supportive care as needed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, or water spray
Special Hazards: Decomposition by fire may produce carbon oxides; product itself is not highly flammable but residues may fuel a fire
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Special Procedures: Use water spray to cool containers; avoid breathing combustion gases
Explosive Properties: Not explosive under normal conditions
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable gloves and eye protection; ensure adequate ventilation; avoid inhalation and contact with eyes and skin
Environmental Precautions: Prevent major spills from entering drains, surface water or soil
Clean-Up Methods: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth, universal binder), sweep up and place in suitable containers for disposal; wash area with water after material pickup
Spill Size Consideration: For large spills, contain liquid with dikes or barriers
Safe Handling: Keep containers tightly closed; avoid splashing and direct contact; use in areas with adequate ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face before eating or drinking; avoid eating, drinking or smoking during use
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep away from strong oxidizers, acids and bases
Storage Temperature: Recommended storage temperature: 10-40°C (50-104°F); avoid freezing conditions
Container Recommendation: Suitable for storage in polyethylene or stainless-steel containers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limits assigned for this substance
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if processing generates spray or mist
Respiratory Protection: No respiratory protection typically required with normal use; use approved mask in case of spray or mist
Skin Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves; use appropriate workwear to prevent skin contact
Eye Protection: Use safety glasses with side shields or chemical splash goggles
Other Protection: Emergency eyewash stations should be accessible in work areas
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy, yellowish to pale liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic odor
pH (20°C, 10% solution): 11.5–12.5
Melting Point / Freezing Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: > 100°C (212°F)
Evaporation Rate: Comparable to water
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility in Water: Completely miscible
Relative Density (20°C): 1.1–1.2 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Not determined
Viscosity: 200 – 600 mPa·s (Brookfield RV, 23°C)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid excessive heat, freezing, and direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, strong acids and strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning or high-heat decomposition may generate carbon oxides (CO and CO2)
Reactivity: Product does not undergo hazardous reactions under recommended use
Acute Toxicity – Oral: LD50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg (low toxicity)
Acute Toxicity – Dermal: LD50 (rabbit) > 2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not considered irritating to skin
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild, reversible irritation to eyes
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified for respiratory hazards
Skin Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic skin reactions
Mutagenicity: Not classified as mutagenic based on available studies
Carcinogenicity: Not identified as a carcinogen
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse reproductive effects observed in available studies
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: No effects expected under normal conditions of use
Eco-Toxicity: Acute toxicity to aquatic organisms is low; LC50 (fish, 96 h) > 100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301 test)
Bioaccumulative Potential: Does not bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms
Mobility in Soil: High mobility; easily soluble in water
PBT/vPvB Assessment: Does not meet criteria for persistent, bioaccumulative, or toxic substances
Product Disposal: Dispose in accordance with national and local regulations; deliver to an authorized chemical waste disposal facility
Packaging Disposal: Empty containers should be rinsed with water; may be recycled where appropriate
Special Instructions: Do not release to the environment or untreated sewage systems; avoid material entering drains without treatment
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous
Packing Group: Not assigned
Shipping Name: Non-hazardous for all modes of transport (ADR, IMDG, ICAO/IATA)
Marine Pollutant: Not designated as a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Protect from freezing and from direct sunlight during transportation
EU Regulations: Registered under REACH; not subject to restriction under Annex XVII
US Regulations: Listed under TSCA inventory
GHS Labelling: Meets requirements for classification and labeling
Other Regulations: Ingredients meet criteria for non-hazardous, biodegradable surfactants in OECD and EU Detergents Regulation (EC) No 648/2004
Notification Status: All significant ingredients are listed on global chemical inventories
