1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT / PREPARATION AND COMPANY

Commercial Name	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid - DCFA
Product Name	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid / RSPO MB
Group of Chemicals	Fatty Acid
INCI / Common Name	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid-DCFA, Coconut Fatty Acid, Fatty Acid C8-18 & C18 unsaturated, Coconut Oil Fatty Acid-COFA
H.S Code	3823.19.2000
CAS Number	67701-05-7, 61788-47-4
EC Number	266-929-0
Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid K8-18 - Specification	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid K8-18 - Specification
SDS - Safety Data Sheet	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid K8-18 SDS - Safety Data Sheet - MSDS
TDS - Technical Data Sheet	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid K8-18 TDS - Technical Data Sheet
COA - Certificate of Analysis	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid K8-18 COA - Certificate of Analysis
Application of substance	Esters, Soaps, Cosmetics and personal care products. lubricants, metallic soaps, coatings, adhesives, industrial chemicals, Laboratory chemicals and Oleochemicals like fatty alcohol and fatty amines
Details of the Manufacturer/Supplier	Mars Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd®
Details of the Manufacturer/Supplier	Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Contact Person	Safety and Health Manager - Officer / Quality Control Manager - Chemist
Email	info@marsoleo.com
Telephone	+60 3 21175031

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT

Label Elements
Classification of substance or mixture	Corrosion
Eye Dam. 1	H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Skin Contact
Skin Irrit. 2	H315 Causes skin irritation.
GHS label elements	The substance is classified and labelled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms	GHS05
Signal word	Danger
Hazard-determining components of labelling:	Lauric Acid, Octanoic Acid
Hazard statements	Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statements
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection
IF ON SKIN	Wash with plenty of water.
IF IN EYES	Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
If skin irritation occurs	Get medical advice/attention.
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Other hazards : Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT assessment	This product is not classified as PBT.
Results of vPvB assessment	This product is not classified as vPvB.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

General Chemical Description	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid-DCFA, Fatty acids, C8-18 and C18-unsatd
Chemical Family	Fatty Acid
Chemical Name	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid-DCFA, Fatty acids, C8-18 and C18-unsatd
Molecular Formula	C16H32O2
H.S Code	3823.19.2000
Physical Appearance	White
EC number	266-929-0

3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION OF THE INGREDIENTS OF THE HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL
Dangerous components:
Chemical Name	CAS Number	EINECS Number		%
Lauric acid	143-07-7	205-582-1	Eye Dam. 1, H318	40-63%
octanoic acid	124-07-2	204-677-5	Skin Corr. 1, H314; Aquatic Chronic 3, H412	≤ 10%
decanoic acid	334-48-5	206-376-4	Skin Irrit. 2, H315; Eye Irrit. 2, H319; Aquatic Chronic 3, H412	≤ 10%
Mixtures
Specific Concentration Limits		Not Applicable
Multiplying factors		Not Applicable

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General Information	Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. In case of adverse health effects seek medical advice.
After Inhalation	Supply fresh air. In case of breathing difficulty, try artificial respiration. Get medical attention as soon as possible.
After Skin contact	Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor
After Eye contact	Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, If symptoms persist, immediately seek medical attention
After Swallowing	Call a doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting; call for medical help immediately. Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Information for Doctor
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed	Irritation and corrosion Breathing difficulty Dizziness Coughing Headache
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed	No further relevant information available

5. FIRE - FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media
Suitable extinguishing agents	Sand, CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions.
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents:	Water with full jet
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture	Under certain fire conditions, traces of other toxic gases cannot be excluded.
Hazardous Thermal Decomposition	Upon combustion CO, CO2, hydrocarbons, soot, aldehydes and ketones are formed
Advice for Firefighters	Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Protective equipment	Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. Wear fully protective suit.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures	Wear protective clothing and equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes/dust/aerosol
Environmental precautions	Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course. Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system. Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:	Collect the spillage in the containers and remove to safe place. Can also allow spillage to solidify and then shovel into containers. After collecting the spillage, wash with plenty of water. Dispose of the material collected according to regulations.
Reference to other sections	See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling	Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Open and handle receptacle with care. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight.
Information about fire - and explosion protection	Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Keep respiratory protective device available.
Conditions for safe storage	Store in tightly sealed, cool, well-ventilated and dry place. Store only in the original receptacle. Keep away from heat, strong acids and oxidizing agents.
Information about storage in one common storage facility	Store away from oxidizing agents
Further information about storage conditions	Keep container tightly sealed. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
Specific end use(s)	No further relevant information available.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS and PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control Parameters
Additional information about design of technical facilities:		No further data; see section 7.
Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:		Not required.
Exposure Controls
DNELs - Lauric Acid 143-07-7	Dermal	DNEL	10 mg/kg bw/day (workers)
DNELs - Lauric Acid 143-07-7	Inhalative	DNEL	17,632 mg/m³ (workers)
PNECs - Lauric Acid 143-07-7	NOEC (21d) 0.47	0.47 mg/L (Daphnia magna) (OECD 211; CAS # 143-07-7)
Exposure Controls Appropriate: Personal protective equipment: General protective and hygienic measures:	Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Be sure to clean skin thoroughly after work and before breaks.
Respiratory Protection	Suitable respiratory protective device recommended. In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case intensive or longer exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device
Protection of hands:		Protective gloves - The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. Material of gloves - Nitrile rubber, NBR , Chloroprene rubber, CR The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material - The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
Eye/Face protection		Use Safety glasses and face mask. Tightly sealed goggles
Skin Protection		Wear chemically resistant protective gloves.
Other Information		Follow standard industrial practice for handling chemicals

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Parameter	Value
Chemical Name	Distilled Coconut Fatty Acid
Appearance: Form	Liquid
Colour	Clear
Odour	Light
Odour threshold	Not determined
pH Value	Not Determined
Change in Condition
Melting point/freezing point	ca. 20 - 28 °C
Boiling point/boiling range	Not determined.
Flammability (Solid, Gas)	Product is not Flammable.
Auto-ignition Temp.	ca. > 250 °C
Flash point	ca. > 100 °C (Pensky-Martens Closed Cup)
Decomposition temperature	Not Determined
Explosive properties:	Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Lower Explosion Limit	Not Determined
Upper Explosion Limit	Not Determined
Vapour pressure at 25 °C	ca. 0.0213 hPa
Density at 75 °C:	ca. 0.84 - 0.86 g/cm³
Relative Density at 20 °C	Not determined
Vapour Density	Not applicable.
Evaporation rate	Not applicable.
Solubility in/Miscibility with water at 20 °C	0.113 g/L (EU A.6.)
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water at 23 °C	ca. 7.17 log Pow (HSDB)
Viscosity
Viscosity Dynamic at 70°C	Not Applicable
Kinematic at 20°C	Not Applicable
Other Safety Characteristics	Not Applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity	No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability	Stable at environment temperature.
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:	No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions	Reacts with oxidizing agents. Risk of dust explosion if enriched with fine dust in the presence of air.
Conditions to avoid	See Section 7 for information of safe handling.
Incompatible materials	See Section 7 for information of safe handling
Hazardous decomposition products	Irritant gases/vapours Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on Toxicological Effects
Acute Toxicity
LD/LC50 values relevant for classification
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Oral	LD50	> 5,000 mg/kg bw (Rat) (OECD 401; RA CAS # 90990-08-2)
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Dermal	LD50	> 2,000 mg/kg bw (Rabbit) (OECD 434; RA CAS # 57-11-4
Primary irritant effect
Skin corrosion / irritation		Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Irritation of skin	skin corrosion / irritation	(Rabbit) (OECD 404, corrosive, RA CAS # 142-62-1)
Serious eye damage / irritation		Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury.
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Sensitisation	Sensitisation	(Guinea pig) (B. Magnusson & M. Kligman, CAS # 143-07-7)
Respiratory or skin sensitization		Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Repeated dose toxicity 67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Oral	Sensitisation	(Guinea pig) (B. Magnusson & M. Kligman, CAS # 143-07-7)
Additional Toxicological information
Repeated dose toxicity
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Oral	NOAEL (sub-chronic)	1,000 mg/kg bw/day (Rat, Sprague-Dawley) (OECD 422, RA CAS # 112-85-6)
CMR Effects (Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and toxicity for reproduction)
Germ cell mutagenicity		Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.		Mutagenicity	(Lymphoma cell of mouse) (OECD 476, RA CAS # 334-48-5)
Carcinogenicity		Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Reproductive toxicit		Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Repeated dose toxicity
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	Oral	NOAEL (fertility	1,000 mg/kg bw/day (Rat, Sprague-Dawley) (OECD 422, RA CAS # 112-85-6)
Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - single exposure		Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Aquatic Toxicity
67701-05-7 Fatty Acid C8-18 and C18-unsatd.	EC50 (48h)	3.6 mg/L (Daphnia magna) (OECD 202; RA CAS # 143-07-7)
	EC50 (72h)	> 7.6 mg/L (Algae, Pseudokirchnerella subcapitata) (OECD 201, RA CAS # 143-07-7)
	LC50 (96h)	5 mg/L (Fish, Oryzias latipes) (OECD 203; RA CAS # 143-07-7)
	NOELR (21d, Repro)	1.294 mg/L (Daphnia magna) (OECD 211, RA CAS # 334-48-5)
	NOEC (28d)	6.4 mg/L (Fish, Danio rerio) (OECD Flow-through; RA CAS # 629-25-4)
Persistence and Degradability	Read-across CAS # 143-07-7 (C12) : BCF for Lauric acid (C12) = 225 L/kg
Other information	CAS No. 67701-05-7
	OECD Guideline 301 B (Readily Biodegradability: CO2 Evolution Test) 81% after 28 days.
	Remark : 10 mg/L
Behavior in Environmental Systems
Bio accumulative Potential	Does not accumulate in organisms
Mobility in Soil	CAS # 124-07-2 (C8); Koc 69.63
	CAS # 334-48-5 (C10); Koc 261.8
	CAS # 143-07-7 (C12); Koc 501.3
Additional Ecological Information
General notes	Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Result of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT	No
vPvB	No
Other Adverse Effects	No further relevant information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods	Disposal must be made accordingly to official regulations. Do not dump into any sewers, on the ground, or into any body of water
Uncleaned Packaging Recommendation	Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Transport Hazard Class(es)
Not a hazardous material according to RID/ADR, GGVS/GGVE, ADNR, IMDG, ICAO-TI/IATADGR.
UN-Number	Not Regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name	Not Regulated
Land Transport (ADR/RID)	Not Regulated
Maritime Transport (IMDG)	Not Regulated
Air Transport (IATA)	Not Regulated
HS Code	3823.19.2000
Land Transport (ADR/RID)	Not Regulated
Maritime Transport (IMDG)	Not Regulated
Air Transport (IATA)	Not Regulated
Packing Group
Land Transport (ADR/RID)	Not Regulated
Maritime Transport (IMDG)	Not Regulated
Air Transport (IATA)	Not Regulated
Environmental Hazards
Marine Pollutant (Yes/No)	No
Special Precautions for User	Not applicable
Maritime Transport in Bulk Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code	Product name: Coconut oil fatty acid Pollution category: Y Ship type: 2
UN "Model Regulation":	Not Regulated

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

EHS Reference list
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
124-07-2	octanoic acid
334-48-5	decanoic acid
GHS label elements	The substance is classified and labelled according to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms	GHS05
Signal word	Danger
Hazard-determining components of labelling	lauric acid, octanoic acid
Hazard statements	Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary statements
Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection.
IF ON SKIN	Wash with plenty of water.
IF IN EYES	Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
If skin irritation occurs	Get medical advice/attention.
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Directive 2012/18/EU Named dangerous substances - ANNEX I	Substance is not listed.
Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations Positive Country Substance Listing CAS No. 67701-05-7:	USA (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS) : 266-929- 0, Australia (AIIC), Korea (KECI/KECL) : KE-14250, China (IECSC) : 04854, Philippines (PICCS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Taiwan (TCSI), Vietnam (VNCI).
Note	The substance name and CAS numbers which are used for this product in the stated inventories may deviate from the information listed in Section 3.
Chemical safety assessment	A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Abbreviations and Acronyms
The information provided in this Safety Data sheet is correct to the best of Mars Oleochemicals knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as 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 product designated and may not be valid for such product when used in combination with any other material or in any process, unless specified in this SDS. MARS OLEO specifically disclaims any liability for any loss, injury or damage which may result from user or misuse of this product.
All chemicals should be handled only by competent personnel, within a controlled environment. It is the buyers/ user's responsibility to ensure that his activities comply with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws, and to determine the conditions necessary for the safe user of this product. MARS OLEOCHEMICALS urges each customer or recipient of this SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and understand the data contained in this SDS and any hazards associated with the product.
RID:	Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail)
ICAO:	International Civil Aviation Organisation
BCF:	Bioconcentration Factor
NOAEL:	No Observed Adverse Effect Level
RA:	Read-across
LDLo:	Lowest Published Lethal Dose
VOID:	Not regulated / Not Classified / Not a Dangerous Good
LoS:	Limit of Solubility
COS:	Cornea Opacity Score
COC:	Cleveland Open Cup
ADR:	Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
LLNA:	Local Lymph Node Assay
NOEC:	No Observed Effect Concentration
OECD:	Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
DNEL:	Derived No-Effect Level
STP:	Sewage Treatment Plant
ADG:	The Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail
SCL:	Specific Concentration Limit
LOEC:	Lowest Observed Effect Concentration
SSWL:	Skin Surface Water Loss
IMDG:	International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA:	International Air Transport Association
EINECS:	European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
CAS:	Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
LC50:	Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50:	Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT:	Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
vPvB:	very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
Skin Corr. 1:	Skin corrosion or irritation - Category 1
Skin Irrit. 2:	Skin corrosion or irritation - Category 2
Eye Dam. 1:	Serious eye damage or eye irritation - Category 1
Eye Irrit. 2:	Serious eye damage or eye irritation - Category 2
Aquatic Chronic 3:	Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard - Category 3

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Sources
Annex 12 of Resolution MEPC.225(64) 2012 Amendments to The International Code for The Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code).
ECHA Substance Registered Database for CAS No. 67701-05-7.
Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Third Revised Edition.
IMO (2007). IBC Code 2007 Edition.
IMO (2014). IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Incorporating Amendment 37-14. 2014 Edition, Volume 1 & 2.
ICOP (2014). The Industry Code of Practice on Chemical Classification and Hazard Communication.
ICOP (2019). The Industry Code of Practice on Chemical Classification and Hazard Communication (Amendment).
IMO (2020). IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Incorporating Amendment 40-20.
Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) No 453/2010.
Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/830.
Official Journal of the European Union Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
Official Journal of the European Union Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
P.U. (A) 310/2013. Occupational Safety Health (Classification, Labelling and Safety Data Sheet of Hazardous Chemicals) Regulations.
Data Compared to the Previous Version Altered.
MARS OLEOCHEMICALS® Revision 1 (Mar 31, 2023) New issuance of GHS SDS according to ChemGes. Revision 2 (January 01, 2025)
Department issuing SDS : Product Safety & Regulations Department
Contact : Product Safety & Regulations sales@marsoleo.com
SDS Updated Date : 1 Jan 2025
SDS Creation Date : 31 March 2023
Version : 2.00
Disclaimer
This Safety Data Sheet does not constitute any warranty or guarantee as to the quality, properties, condition or otherwise of the product. It has been prepared from the best knowledge available to us and we shall not be liable for any insufficiency or inaccuracy in such information in any case whatsoever.

CERTIFICATIONS

This product is manufactured in facility certified as per ISO 9001 9001:2015, FSSC 22000, GMP+B2 by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance and RSPO Supply Chain MB Certification Standard Certified by SIRIM (MALAYSIA)
This product is Kosher certified by OK Kosher Certification (USA)
This product is certified Halal by JAKIM (MALAYSIA)
This product is derived entirely from 100% vegetable-based sources, ensuring a natural, sustainable, and eco-friendly origin.
Adheres to Non-Genetically Modified Organism (Non-GMOs) production standard. This product is Certified 100% GMO-free.