Safety Data Sheet

According to Occupational Health and Safety (Classification, Labelling and

Safety Data Sheet of Hazardous Chemicals) Malaysia Regulation 2013

TERGITOL™ NP-9 Surfactant

Version 1.0 Release Date: 01.03.2018

SECTION 1: Identification of the hazardous chemical and of the supplier

Product identifier
Product name : TERGITOL™ NP-9 Surfactant
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Recommended use : Cleaners and detergents, paper & textile processing, paints &
coatings, agrochemicals and metalworking fluid, laundry, dust
control
Restrictions on use : No restriction of use
Manufacturer or supplier's details
Headquarters
Company : PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad
Address : Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers,
Kuala Lumpur City Centre,
50088 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia

Plant Site
Company : PETRONAS Chemicals Derivatives Sdn Bhd
Address : Administration Complex,
Kerteh Industrial Area,
KM 106 Jalan Kuala Terengganu - Kuantan,
24300 Kerteh, Kemaman,
Terengganu, Malaysia
Emergency telephone : (+609) 830 7555
number 999 (Bomba)
National Poison Centre:
+604-6570099 (Mon-Fri : 8.10 am - 5.10 pm)
+6012-4309499 (Mon-Fri : 5.10 pm - 10.10 pm) &(Sat, Sun &
Public holiday : 8.10 am - 5.10 pm)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the hazardous chemical

Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4
Serious eye damage/eye : Category 2
irritation
Hazardous to the aquatic : Category 1
environment- acute hazard
Hazardous to the aquatic : Category 1
environment- chronic hazard
Label elements
Hazard pictograms :

Signal word : Warning

Hazard statements : H302 Harmful if swallowed.

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H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements : Prevention:
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye
protection/ face protection.
Response:
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON
CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/
attention.
P391 Collect spillage.
Disposal:
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste
disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

No information available.

SECTION 3: Composition and information of the ingredients of the hazardous chemical

Substance / Mixture : Substance

Chemical nature : Surfactant
Hazardous components
Chemical name CAS-No. Concentration (%)
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether 127087-87-0 >= 99 -<= 100

SECTION 4: First aid measures

If inhaled : If breathed in, move person into fresh air.

If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
If by mouth to mouth use rescuer protection (pocket mask,
etc).
If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical
advice.
If breathing is labored, administer oxygen.
If symptoms persist, call a medical doctor.
In case of skin contact : Wash off with plenty of water.
In case of eye contact : Immediately flush eyes for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention.
Remove contact lenses.
Protect unharmed eye.
Keep eye wide open while rinsing.
Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible
tissue damage and blindness.
Eye wash fountain should be located in immediate work area.

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If swallowed : Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Keep respiratory tract clear.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Do NOT give milk or alcoholic beverages.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Take victim immediately to hospital.
If symptoms persist, call a medical doctor.
General advice : Move out of dangerous area.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Do not leave the victim unattended.
Consult a medical doctor.
First Aid responders should pay attention to self-protection
and use the recommended protective clothing (chemical
resistant gloves, splash protection).
If potential for exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific
personal protective equipment.
Most important symptoms : Contact with eye may cause corneal injury.
and effects, both acute and
delayed
Notes to physician : Maintain adequate ventilation and oxygenation of the patient.
Respiratory symptoms, including pulmonary edema, may be
delayed. Persons receiving significant exposure should be
observed 24-48 hours for signs of respiratory distress. No
specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at
the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the
patient.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media :Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers.
Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam. Alcohol resistant
foams (ATC type) are preferred. General purpose synthetic
foams (including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but will
be less effective.
Unsuitable extinguishing : High volume water jet.Do not use direct water stream. May
media spread fire.
Physicochemical hazards arising from the chemical
Specific hazards during : Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water
firefighting courses.
Violent steam generation or eruption may occur upon
application of direct water stream to hot liquids.
Hazardous combustion : During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in
products addition to combustion products of varying composition which
may be toxic and/or irritating.
Combustion products may include and are not limited to:
Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Special protective equipment : Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
for firefighters (SBCA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire
fighting helmet, coat, pants, boots, and gloves). If protective
equipment is not available or not used, fight fire from a
protected location or safe distance.

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Specific extinguishing : Keep people away.

methods Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry.
Burning liquids may be extinguished by dilution with water.
Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire.
Burning liquids may be moved by flushing with water to protect
personnel and minimize property damage.
Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This
must not be discharged into drains.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be
disposed off in accordance with local regulations.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, : Isolate area.

protective equipment and Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering
emergency procedures the area.
Keep upwind of spill.
Ventilate area of leak or spill.
Use appropriate safety equipment.
For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure
Controls and Personal Protection.
Refer to Section 7, Handling, for additional precautionary
measures.
Environmental precautions : Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways
and/or groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information.
If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform
respective authorities.
Methods and materials for : Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent
containment and cleaning up material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite)
and transfer to a container for disposal according to local /
national regulations (see section 13).
Collect in suitable and properly labeled containers.
Do not use water to flush spills away.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Keep away from sources of ignition.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

Handling
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on protection against : Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
fire and explosion
Advice on safe handling : Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing.
Do not breathe vapours/dust.
Do not swallow.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container closed.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the
application area.
To avoid spills during handling keep bottle on a metal tray.
Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national
regulations.

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For personal protection see section 8.

Storage
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Conditions for safe storage : Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and
kept upright to prevent leakage.
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated
place.
Electrical installations / working materials must comply with
the technological safety standards.
Hold bulk storage under nitrogen blanket.
The shelf life given is for unopened containers stored under
moderate temperature conditions.
Shelf life: Use within 24 Months

SECTION 8: Exposure controls and personal protection

Control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection : Use chemical goggles.
Eye wash fountain should be located in immediate work area.
Wear face-shield and protective suit for abnormal processing
problems.
Skin protection : Impervious clothing.
Choose body protection according to the amount and
concentration of the dangerous substance at the work place.
Wear clean, body-covering clothing.
Hand protection
Remarks : Use gloves chemically resistant to this material when
prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur. Use
chemical resistant gloves classified under standard AS/NZS
2161.10: Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-
organisms. Examples of preferred glove barrier materials
include: Butyl rubber. Ethyl vinyl alcohol laminate ("EVAL").
Examples of acceptable glove barrier materials include:
Natural rubber ("latex"). Neoprene. Nitrile/butadiene rubber
("nitrile" or "NBR"). Polyvinyl chloride ("PVC" or "vinyl").
When prolonged or frequently repeated contact may occur, a
glove with a protection class of 4 or higher (breakthrough
time greater than 120 minutes according to AS/NZS 2161.10)
is recommended. When only brief contact is expected, a
glove with a protection class of 1 or higher (breakthrough
time greater than 10 minutes according to AS/NZS 2161.10)
is recommended.
The selection of a specific glove for a particular application
and duration of use in a workplace should also take into
account all relevant workplace factors such as, but not limited
to: other chemicals which may be handled, physical
requirements (cut/puncture protection, dexterity, thermal
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well as the instructions/specifications provided by the glove

supplier.
The suitability for a specific workplace should be discussed
with the producers of the protective gloves.
Respiratory protection : Respiratory protection should be worn when there is a
potential to exceed the exposure limit requirements or
guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit
requirements or guidelines, use an approved respirator.
Selection of air-purifying or positive-pressure supplied-air will
depend on the specific operation and the potential airborne
concentration of the material. For emergency conditions, use
an approved positive-pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus. In confined or poorly ventilated areas, use an
approved self-contained breathing apparatus or positive
pressure air line with auxiliary self-contained air supply. The
following should be effective types of air-purifying respirators:
Organic vapor cartridge with a particulate pre-filter.
Hygiene measures : When using do not eat or drink.
When using do not smoke.
Use good personal hygiene.
Do not consume or store food in the work area.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Use local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
maintain airborne levels below exposure limit requirements or
guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit
requirements or guidelines, general ventilation should be
sufficient for most operations. Local exhaust ventilation may
be necessary for some operations.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

Appearance : Liquid
Colour : Pale yellow
Odour : Mild
Odour Threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Melting point/freezing point : 3.8 °C
Boiling point/boiling range : > 250 °C (1,013 hPa)
Flash point : 247 °C Method: ASTM D 93, Pensky-Martens closed cup
Evaporation rate : No data available
Flammability (liquids) : No data available
Self-ignition : No data available
Upper explosion limit / Upper : No data available
flammability limit
Lower explosion limit / Lower : No data available
flammability limit
Vapour pressure : 0.1 hPa (20 °C)
Relative vapour density : 1
Relative density : No data available
Density : No data available
Solubility(ies)
Water solubility : Soluble

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Partition coefficient: n- : No data available

octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : 237 mm2/s (25 °C)
Molecular weight : 616 g/mol

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

Reactivity : Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Chemical stability : Stable under normal conditions.
Possibility of hazardous : No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.
reactions
Conditions to avoid : Heat, sparks, flame and build-up of static electricity.Exposure
to elevated temperatures can cause product to decompose.
Incompatible materials : Strong acids and strong basesStrong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition : Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply
products and the presence of other materials.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

Acute toxicity
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Acute oral toxicity : LD50 (Rat): 1,602 mg/kg
Acute inhalation toxicity : Remarks: No data available
Acute dermal toxicity : Remarks: No data available

Skin corrosion/irritation
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Remarks : No data available

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Species : Rabbit
Result : Irritating to eyes.

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Exposure routes : Inhalation
Remarks : No data available
Exposure routes : Skin contact
Result : Not sensitising

Germ cell mutagenicity

Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:

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Germ cell mutagenicity - : Not mutagenic in vivo and in vitro

Assessment

Carcinogenicity
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Carcinogenicity - : No data available
Assessment

Reproductive toxicity
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Reproductive toxicity - : No data available
Assessment

STOT - single exposure

Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Remarks : No data available

STOT - repeated exposure

Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Remarks : No data available

Aspiration toxicity
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Statement on Aspiration Tox. : No data available

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Ecotoxicity
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Toxicity to fish : LC50 (Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow)): 0.218 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
Toxicity to daphnia and other : EC50 (Daphnia magna (Water flea)): 0.148 mg/l
aquatic invertebrates Exposure time: 48 h
Toxicity to algae : ErC50 (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae)): > 3
mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
Toxicity to fish (Chronic : NOEC (Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)): 0.006 mg/l
toxicity) Exposure time: 91 d
Toxicity to daphnia and other : NOEC (Daphnia magna (Water flea)): 0.1 mg/l
aquatic invertebrates Exposure time: 21 d
(Chronic toxicity)
Toxicity to microorganisms : Remarks: No data available
Persistence and degradability
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:

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Biodegradability : Result: Readily biodegradable in water.

Bioaccumulative potential
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Bioaccumulation : Bioconcentration factor (BCF): 0.2 - 16
Partition coefficient: n- : log Pow: 5.67 (25 °C)
octanol/water
Mobility in soil
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Mobility : Medium: Soil
Remarks: Log Koc = 2.631 (25 °C)
Other adverse effects
Components:
Nonylphenol Polyethylene Glycol Ether:
Additional ecological : No data available
information

SECTION 13: Disposal information

Disposal methods
Waste from residues : The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water
courses or the soil.
Do not dump into any sewers, on the ground, or into any body
of water.
All disposal practices must be in compliance with all Federal,
State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations
may vary in different locations.
Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste
characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the
responsibility solely of the waste generator.

Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with

chemical or used container.
Send to a licensed waste management company.
Collect in plastic or metal containers for disposal.
This product, when being disposed of in its unused and
uncontaminated state should be treated as a hazardous waste
according to EC Directive 91/689/EEC.
Where ethylene glycol reclamation or sewering are not viable,
this product may be incinerated where permitted under
national and local regulations.
Contaminated packaging : Empty remaining contents.
Dispose of as unused product.
Do not re-use empty containers.

SECTION 14: Transport information

International Regulations
UNRTDG
UN number : UN 3082
Proper shipping name : ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID,

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N.O.S.
Class : 9
Packing group : III
Labels : 9
IATA-DGR
UN/ID No. : UN 3082
Proper shipping name : Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s.
Class : 9
Packing group : III
Packing instruction (cargo : 964
aircraft)
Packing instruction : 964
(passenger aircraft)
IMDG-Code
UN number : UN 3082
Proper shipping name : ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID,
N.O.S.
Class : 9
Packing group : III
Labels : 9
EmS Code : F-A, S-F
Marine pollutant : yes
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Pollution category : Y
Ship type : 2
Hazchem Code : ●3Z

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

Safety, health, and environmental regulations specific for the hazardous chemical

Occupational Safety and Health (Classification, Labelling and Safety Data Sheet of Hazardous
Chemicals) Regulations 2013.
Occupational Safety and Health (Use and Standards of Exposure of Chemicals Hazardous to
Health) Regulations 2000.

The components of this product are reported in the following inventories:

REACH : Not in compliance with the inventory
DSL : All components of this product are on the Canadian DSL
AICS : On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory.
NZIoC : Not in compliance with the inventory
ENCS : Not in compliance with the inventory
ISHL : Not in compliance with the inventory
KECI : On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory.
PICCS : On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory.
IECSC : On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory.
TCSI : Not in compliance with the inventory
TSCA : On TSCA Inventory.

SECTION 16: Other information

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SDS preparation date :

Revision Date : 01.03.2018
Sources of key data used to : ECHA - European Chemicals Agency
compile the Safety Data
Sheet
Full text of other abbreviations
(Q)SAR - (Quantitative) Structure Activity Relationship
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
ANTT - National Agency for Transport by Land of Brazil
ASTM - American Society for the Testing of Materials
bw - Body weight
CCHC - Chemicals Classification and Hazard Communication
CMR - Carcinogen, Mutagen or Reproductive Toxicant
CPR - Controlled Products Regulations
DIN - Standard of the German Institute for Standardisation
DSL - Domestic Substances List (Canada)
ECx - Concentration associated with x% response
ELx - Loading rate associated with x% response
EmS - Emergency Schedule
ENCS - Existing and New Chemical Substances (Japan)
ErCx - Concentration associated with x% growth rate response
ERG - Emergency Response Guide
GHS - Globally Harmonized System
GLP - Good Laboratory Practice
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer
IATA - International Air Transport Association
IBC - International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying
Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk
IC50 - Half maximal inhibitory concentration
ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization
ICOP - Industry Code of Practice on Chemicals Classification and Hazard
Communication
IECSC - Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China
IMDG - International Maritime Dangerous Goods
IMO - International Maritime Organization
ISHL - Industrial Safety and Health Law (Japan)
ISO - International Organisation for Standardization
KECI - Korea Existing Chemicals Inventory
LC50 - Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population
LD50 - Lethal Dose to 50% of a test population (Median Lethal Dose)
MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
MY PEL - Malaysian Permissible Exposure Limit
n.o.s. - Not Otherwise Specified
Nch - Chilean Norm
NITE - National Institute of Technology and Evaluation
NO(A)EC - No Observed (Adverse) Effect Concentration
NO(A)EL - No Observed (Adverse) Effect Level
NOELR - No Observable Effect Loading Rate
NOM - Official Mexican Norm
NTP - National Toxicology Program
NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals
OCSPP - Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention
OECD - Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic

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PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances

REACH - Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council
concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemicals
SADT - Self-Accelerating Decomposition Temperature
SDS - Safety Data Sheet
STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit
TCSI - Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory
TDG - Transportation of Dangerous Goods
TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act (United States)
TWA - Time Weighted Average
UN - United Nations
UNRTDG - United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods
UVCB - Unknown or Variable Composition, Complex Reaction Products and
Biological Materials
vPvB - Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative
WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

Disclaimer
To the best of PETRONAS knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate and
reliable as of the date of publication. Any use of information provided should be undertaken in
consultation with a professional with the appropriate expertise, as necessary in the
circumstances. No warranty, express or implied, is given as to the quality, accuracy, reliability,
applicability or completeness of the contents of this SDS. The information presented here
pertains only to the product as shipped. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that
any activities relating to the product comply with all federal, state or local laws. Any hazards
associated with any product regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ
between various locations. Except to the extent required by law, re-publication or
retransmission of this SDS, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. PETRONAS does not take
responsibility for use, transportation, storage, handling, packaging or disposal of the product
that is beyond our knowledge and recommendation by this SDS.

Product Stewardship Advisory:

PETRONAS aims to increase awareness of all the hazards associated with the storage,
handling and use of its products. Thoroughly reviewing the accompanying Safety Data Sheets
and disseminating the information to all dependent and interested parties is an essential part
of any 'Responsible Care' programme.

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