SAFETY DATA SHEET
Creation Date 18-Dec-2018 Revision Date 01-Jan-2021 Revision Number 12
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1. Product identifier
Product Description: Oleic acid
Cat No. : O/0200/15, O/0200/17, O/0200/27
Synonyms cis-9-Octadecenoic acid
CAS-No 112-80-1
EC-No. 204-007-1
Molecular Formula C18 H34 O2
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals.
Uses advised against No Information available
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company UK entity/business name .
Fisher Scientific UK
Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough,
Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom
EU entity/business name
Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium
1.4. Emergency telephone number
Tel: 01509 231166
Chemtrec US: (800) 424-9300
Chemtrec EU: 001 (202) 483-7616
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Not hazardous
Physical hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Health hazards
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Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Environmental hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16
2.2. Label elements
None required
2.3. Other hazards
No information available
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1. Substances
Component CAS-No EC-No. Weight % CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No
1272/2008
Oleic acid 112-80-1 EEC No. 204-007-1 >70 -
Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1. Description of first aid measures
General Advice If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention.
Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists,
call a physician.
Ingestion Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if
symptoms occur.
Self-Protection of the First Aider No special precautions required.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
None reasonably foreseeable.
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4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
No information available.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Keep product and empty container away from heat and
sources of ignition.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2).
5.3. Advice for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure adequate ventilation.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Should not be released into the environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not get in
eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do
not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before
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re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. To maintain product quality: Store in freezer. Store under an inert
atmosphere.
Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances (TRGS) 510 Storage Class (LGK) Class 10
(Germany)
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Use in laboratories
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control parameters
Exposure limits
List source(s):
Biological limit values
This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with biological limits established by the region specific
regulatory bodies
Monitoring methods
BS EN 14042:2003 Title Identifier: Workplace atmospheres. Guide for the application and use of procedures for the assessment of
exposure to chemical and biological agents.
Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) No information available
Route of exposure Acute effects (local) Acute effects Chronic effects Chronic effects
(systemic) (local) (systemic)
Oral
Dermal
Inhalation
Predicted No Effect Concentration No information available.
(PNEC)
8.2. Exposure controls
Engineering Measures
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the
workstation location.
Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or
equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to
control hazardous materials at source
Personal protective equipment
Eye Protection Goggles (European standard - EN 166)
Hand Protection Protective gloves
Glove material Breakthrough time Glove thickness EU standard Glove comments
Butyl rubber See manufacturers - (minimum requirement)
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Natural rubber recommendations EN 374
Nitrile rubber
Neoprene
PVC
Skin and body protection Long sleeved clothing.
Inspect gloves before use.
Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.
(Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information)
Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g.
sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger
of cuts, abrasion.
Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.
Respiratory Protection When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use
appropriate certified respirators.
To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used
and maintained properly
Large scale/emergency use Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits
are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced
Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143 or Acid gases filter
Type E Yellow conforming to EN14387
Small scale/Laboratory use Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure
limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Recommended half mask:- Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN
141
When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted
Environmental exposure controls No information available.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical State Liquid
Appearance Colorless
Odor fatty odor
Odor Threshold No data available
Melting Point/Range 13 °C / 55.4 °F
Softening Point No data available
Boiling Point/Range 360 °C / 680 °F @ 760 mmHg
Flammability (liquid) No data available
Flammability (solid,gas) Not applicable Liquid
Explosion Limits No data available
Flash Point 189 °C / 372.2 °F Method - No information available
Autoignition Temperature 363 °C / 685.4 °F
Decomposition Temperature > 80°C
pH No information available
Viscosity 39.1 mPa.s at 20 °C
Water Solubility Insoluble
Solubility in other solvents No information available
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Component log Pow
Oleic acid 7.73
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Vapor Pressure 1 mmHg @ 176 °C
Density / Specific Gravity 0.890
Bulk Density Not applicable Liquid
Vapor Density 9.7 (Air = 1.0)
Particle characteristics Not applicable (liquid)
9.2. Other information
Molecular Formula C18 H34 O2
Molecular Weight 282.46
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1. Reactivity
None known, based on information available
10.2. Chemical stability
Air sensitive.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Incompatible products. Excess heat. Exposure to light. Exposure to air.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2).
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Product Information
(a) acute toxicity;
Oral Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Dermal No data available
Inhalation No data available
Component LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation
Oleic acid LD50 = 25 g/kg ( Rat ) - -
(b) skin corrosion/irritation; No data available
(c) serious eye damage/irritation; No data available
(d) respiratory or skin sensitization;
Respiratory No data available
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Skin No data available
(e) germ cell mutagenicity; No data available
(f) carcinogenicity; No data available
The table below indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a carcinogen
(g) reproductive toxicity; No data available
(h) STOT-single exposure; No data available
(i) STOT-repeated exposure; No data available
Target Organs No information available.
(j) aspiration hazard; No data available
Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Symptoms / effects,both acute and No information available.
delayed
11.2. Information on other hazards
Endocrine Disrupting Properties Assess endocrine disrupting properties for human health. This product does not contain any
known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity effects .
Component Freshwater Fish Water Flea Freshwater Algae
Oleic acid LC50: = 205 mg/L, 96h static
(Pimephales promelas)
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Persistence May persist.
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential Product has a high potential to bioconcentrate
Component log Pow Bioconcentration factor (BCF)
Oleic acid 7.73 44000
12.4. Mobility in soil Hydrolyses Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil The product is insoluble and floats on water .
Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water solubility. Is not likely mobile in the
environment due its low water solubility and propensity to bind to soil particles
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12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB No data available for assessment.
assessment
12.6. Endocrine disrupting
properties
Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors
12.7. Other adverse effects
Persistent Organic Pollutant This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
Ozone Depletion Potential This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1. Waste treatment methods
Waste from Residues/Unused Waste is classified as hazardous. Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives
Products on waste and hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated Packaging Dispose of this container to hazardous or special waste collection point.
European Waste Catalogue (EWC) According to the European Waste Catalog, Waste Codes are not product specific, but
application specific.
Other Information Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product
was used. Do not empty into drains.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IMDG/IMO Not regulated
14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group
ADR Not regulated
14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group
IATA Not regulated
14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group
14.5. Environmental hazards No hazards identified
14.6. Special precautions for user No special precautions required
14.7. Maritime transport in bulk Not applicable, packaged goods
according to IMO instruments
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
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15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
International Inventories
X = listed, Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), U.S.A. (TSCA), Canada (DSL/NDSL), Philippines (PICCS), China (IECSC), Japan (ENCS), Australia
(AICS), Korea (ECL).
Component EINECS ELINCS NLP TSCA DSL NDSL PICCS ENCS IECSC AICS KECL
Oleic acid 204-007-1 - X X - X X X X KE-2645
0
Regulation (EC) No 649/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 concerning the export and
import of dangerous chemicals
Not applicable
National Regulations
WGK Classification See table for values
Component Germany - Water Classification (VwVwS) Germany - TA-Luft Class
Oleic acid WGK1
UK - Take note of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 and 2005 Amendment
15.2. Chemical safety assessment
A Chemical Safety Assessment/Report (CSA/CSR) has not been conducted
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3
Legend
CAS - Chemical Abstracts Service TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b)
Inventory
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic
Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances Substances List
PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances ENCS - Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances
IECSC - Chinese Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
KECL - Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals
WEL - Workplace Exposure Limit TWA - Time Weighted Average
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer
DNEL - Derived No Effect Level Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)
RPE - Respiratory Protective Equipment LD50 - Lethal Dose 50%
LC50 - Lethal Concentration 50% EC50 - Effective Concentration 50%
NOEC - No Observed Effect Concentration POW - Partition coefficient Octanol:Water
PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic vPvB - very Persistent, very Bioaccumulative
ADR - European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of ICAO/IATA - International Civil Aviation Organization/International Air
Dangerous Goods by Road Transport Association
IMO/IMDG - International Maritime Organization/International Maritime MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Dangerous Goods Code Ships
OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ATE - Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF - Bioconcentration factor VOC - (Volatile Organic Compound)
Key literature references and sources for data
https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals
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Suppliers safety data sheet, Chemadvisor - LOLI, Merck index, RTECS
Training Advice
Chemical hazard awareness training, incorporating labelling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and
hygiene.
Chemical incident response training.
Use of personal protective equipment, covering appropriate selection, compatibility, breakthrough thresholds, care, maintenance, fit
and standards.
First aid for chemical exposure, including the use of eye wash and safety showers.
Creation Date 18-Dec-2018
Revision Date 01-Jan-2021
Revision Summary Update to CLP Format.
This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2020/878 amending Annex II to Regulation (EC) No
1907/2006
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text
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