Product Name: Decyl Glucoside
Chemical Formula: C16H32O6
EC Number: 604-685-1
CAS Number: 54549-24-5
Synonyms: D-Glucopyranose, decyl octyl glycoside, Alkyl Polyglucoside C10
Intended Use: Used in personal care, cleaning products, shampoo, and cosmetics
Manufacturer/Importer: Company contact information as per label
Emergency Contact Number: On packaging or provided by supplier
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA or EU regulations
GHS Label Elements: No pictogram; not considered hazardous
Acute Health Risks: May cause mild irritation to eyes; skin irritation unlikely with normal use
Chronic Effects: No evidence of mutagenic or carcinogenic risk
Routes of Entry: Eye, skin contact, inhalation of aerosol, ingestion (unlikely in normal use)
Environmental Risks: Low risk, biodegradable material
Target Organs: No organs specifically targeted in normal use
Chemical Name: Decyl Glucoside
Common Name: Alkyl Polyglucoside
CAS Number: 54549-24-5
Concentration: 50% to 60% in commercial solutions; rest is water
Impurities: No hazardous impurities above disclosure limits
Other Ingredients: Water (not hazardous), trace byproducts from manufacturing
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of clean water for several minutes; remove contact lenses; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical advice if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; give oxygen if breathing difficult; seek medical attention for discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; seek medical attention for persistent discomfort
Medical Advice: No specific antidote; treat symptoms
Most Important Symptoms: Temporary eye redness, slight skin dryness or discomfort possible on prolonged exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None identified in normal conditions
Fire Hazards: Product not flammable; may release carbon oxides if strongly heated
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Special Procedures: Prevent contaminated runoff from entering drains or watercourses
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves and goggles to avoid eye and skin contact
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release to waterways or drains
Clean-up Methods: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth), collect into suitable container for disposal; wash area with water
Spill Size Response: For large spills, limit access and ventilate area
Disposal of Clean-up Materials: Dispose according to local regulations, do not flush to surface water
Handling: Use in well-ventilated area; avoid direct contact with eyes; always wear gloves for prolonged handling
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry place; keep container tightly closed; protect from strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Packaging: Use containers made from compatible materials, label clearly
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limits for Decyl Glucoside
Engineering Controls: Ensure adequate ventilation; use local exhaust if aerosol generated
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves (nitrile or latex), safety goggles, apron or lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Not needed in normal use; wear mask for spray applications
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; change contaminated clothing
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Mild, non-distinct
pH (10% solution): 11–12
Boiling Point: Above 100°C
Melting Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Completely soluble in water
Flash Point: Not applicable
Density: 1.1–1.2 g/cm³
Viscosity: >1500 mPa·s
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions under recommended conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide on burning
Incompatible Substances: Strong oxidizing or reducing agents, strong acids or bases
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures, strong oxidizers
Acute Toxicity: Oral, dermal, inhalation toxicity low (LD50 oral rat >5g/kg)
Skin Irritation: Non-irritating to mildly irritating on prolonged contact
Eye Irritation: May cause mild, temporary irritation
Sensitization: Not considered a sensitizer
Mutagenicity: No evidence found in available studies
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, OSHA, NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence in studies
Chronic Effects: None known with normal use
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Low; EC50 > 100 mg/L (Daphnia, algae, fish)
Persistence/Degradability: Readily biodegradable; over 90% broken down within 28 days
Bioaccumulation: Not expected due to solubility and chemical structure
Mobility in Soil: High; will partition to the aquatic phase
Environmental Fate: Breaks down into glucose and fatty alcohol residues
Adverse Environmental Impact: Unlikely in regular consumer use amounts
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Packaging Disposal: Triple rinse container and recycle or incinerate if permitted
Do Not: Discharge into environment in concentrated form
Sewage Disposal: Small rinses can go to drain following dilution; always follow regulatory guidelines
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: None required
Labels: None required under ADR, IATA, IMDG
Special Precautions: Protect packaging from rupture; avoid contact with incompatible materials
Marine Pollutant: Not applicable
US Regulations: Not listed as hazardous under OSHA, TSCA inventory status: Listed
EU Regulations: REACH-compliant, not classified for health/environment
Labelling Requirements: None under GHS, CLP or OSHA
Other National/International Regulations: Compliant with standards in Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea
Workplace Control: Not subject to workplace exposure monitoring, no required hazard labeling
