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Product Name: Eumulgin® B25
Chemical Family: Nonionic surfactant
Use: Emulsifier in cosmetics and personal care products
Manufacturer: BASF SE
Contact Details: Emergency contact provided by manufacturer, typically through regional poison control centers or safety hotlines
Product Code: Refer to batch and lot information on packaging for traceability
Synonyms: Polyethylene glycol cetostearyl ether
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Avoid direct prolonged skin and eye contact. Avoid inhaling dust if powder form.
Pictograms: None required for typical cosmetic use
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Other Hazards: May form slippery films on floors.
Ceteareth-25: 85-90%
Water: 5-10%
Other Nonionic Surfactants: 1-5%, proprietary blends
CAS Number: Ceteareth-25 (68439-49-6)
Impurities: Trace impurities from raw materials, all below regulatory thresholds
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air; seek medical advice if symptoms develop.
Skin contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
Eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water; consult a physician if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if large amounts are swallowed.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Mild eye or skin irritation, gastrointestinal upset.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Strong water jets may spread product
Specific Hazards: Product can burn on strong heating; fumes may include toxic decomposition products such as carbon monoxide
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Further Information: Cool containers with water spray to prevent overheating.
Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin. Use appropriate PPE including gloves and eye protection.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not allow product to enter drains or surface water.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Absorb with inert materials such as sand or soil, sweep up and place in suitable container for disposal. Wash down area with water.
Other Information: Spilled material may cause slip hazard.
Handling: Avoid formation of dust or mist, especially in closed spaces. Use local exhaust if needed.
Personal Protection: Wear protective gloves, goggles, and standard work clothing.
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, and ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers.
Special Requirements: Store away from foodstuffs. Segregate from acids and oxidizing agents.
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizers.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No workplace exposure limits assigned for components.
Engineering Measures: Provide local exhaust ventilation at points of dust or fume release.
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask in case of insufficient ventilation
Skin Protection: Impermeable gloves and laboratory coat
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after work. Remove contaminated clothing immediately.
Environmental Controls: Prevent washings from entering surface or groundwater.
Appearance: White to off-white flakes or pellets
Odor: Faint, fatty
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH (1% aqueous solution): 6.0–8.0
Melting Point: 45–55°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flash Point: >150°C
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Vapor Density and Pressure: Not relevant under normal conditions
Density: 1.0–1.1 g/cm³
Viscosity: Not determined for solid form
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions known under normal storage and use
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture ingress, direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong acids and oxidizing agents.
Decomposition Products: On burning, may release CO, CO₂, and hydrocarbons
Acute Toxicity: Oral and dermal LD50 values >2000 mg/kg (rat), considered non-toxic in standard tests
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritation on prolonged exposure
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild to moderate eye irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: No sensitizing effects observed in standard studies
Repeated Dose Toxicity: No adverse effects at normal exposure levels
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Other Information: Product is designed for cosmetic use and has history of safe handling under intended conditions.
Ecotoxicity: Low acute toxicity to aquatic organisms; aquatic LC50 (fish, 96h) >10 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301 method)
Bioaccumulative Potential: Product has low potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Product soluble in water, can move into water systems if spilled
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid large-scale release to surface waters.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents and containers in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers can be recycled after thorough cleaning. Non-recyclable packaging must be disposed of as waste.
Disposal Recommendations: Never discharge directly into sewers or surface water.
Additional Information: Consult local waste authorities for approved disposal routes.
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Labels Required: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from moisture and physical damage during transport; do not stack pallets too high.
US TSCA Status: All components listed or exempt
EU REACH Status: Registered ingredients or exempted (cosmetic use)
Labelling Requirements: No hazard symbol needed for finished cosmetic preparations
Workplace Safety: Follows global GHS for industrial bulk use
Other Regulatory Data: Product meets relevant cosmetic regulation requirements in EU, US, Japan, and other regions; not considered hazardous for transport or industrial use under standard conditions.
