| Commercial Name | Lauric Acid 99% |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Lauric Acid 99% / Lauric Acid C1299 / RSPO MB |
| Group of Chemicals | Fatty Acid |
| INCI / Common Name | Dodecanoic Acid, Lauric Acid, Lauric Acid 99%, Fatty Acid C12-99% |
| H.S Code | 2915.90.2000 |
| CAS Number | 143-07-7 |
| EC Number | 205-582-1 |
| Lauric Acid C12-99 - Specification | Lauric Acid C12-99 - Specification |
| SDS - Safety Data Sheet | Lauric Acid 99% - SDS - Safety Data Sheet - MSDS |
| TDS - Technical Data Sheet | Lauric Acid 99% - TDS - Technical Data Sheet |
| COA - Certificate of Analysis | Lauric Acid 99% - COA - Certificate of Analysis |
| Application of substance | Lauric acid is a naturally occurring medium-chain fatty acid widely recognized for its versatile functional properties. It is primarily derived from palm kernel oil and coconut oil and is extensively used across personal care, cleaning, and pharmaceutical industries. Known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects, lauric acid supports hygiene and skin health while enhancing product performance. In personal care applications, lauric acid is valued for its excellent foaming and cleansing abilities, making it a key ingredient in soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics. It is also widely used in the production of detergents and cleaning agents due to its effective surfactant properties. Additionally, lauric acid plays a role in food-related and pharmaceutical formulations, contributing to stability, texture, and overall product quality. |
| Details of the Manufacturer / Supplier | Mars Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd® |
| Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | |
| Contact Person | Safety and Health Manager - Officer / Quality Control Manager - Chemist |
| info@marsoleo.com | |
| Telephone | +60 3 21175031 |
| Pictogram | |
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| Classification of substance or mixture |
Corrosion
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| Eye Dam. 1 | H318 Causes serious eye damage. |
| Eye Irritation. Category 2 |
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| H319 Causes serious eye irritation. | |
| Label Elements | |
| GHS label elements | The substance is classified and labelled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). |
| Hazard pictograms |
GHS05
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| Signal Word | Danger |
| as per EC No. 1272/2008 | |
| Hazard-determining components of labelling | Dodecanoic acid |
| Hazard statements | Causes serious eye damage. |
| Precaution Statement | Wear eye protection / face protection. 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. |
| GHS Storage and Disposal Phrases | Refer to Section 7 for Storage and Section 13 for Disposal information |
| Others Hazards according to Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 for substance contains endocrine disrupting properties | |
| Results of PBT and vPvB assessment | PBT: Not applicable vPvB: Not applicable |
| General Chemical Description | Dodecanoic Acid, Lauric Acid, Lauric Acid 99%, Fatty Acid C12-99% |
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| Chemical Family | Fatty Acid - Saturated Medium-chain Fatty Acids |
| Chemical Name | Lauric Acid |
| Molecular Formula | C12H24O2 |
| H.S Code | 2915.90.2000 |
| Physical Appearance | White Beads / Flake Form or White Bulk sold |
| 3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION OF THE INGREDIENTS OF THE HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL | |
| Dangerous components | |
| Chemical Name | CAS No. | EINECS No. | - | % by wt. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauric Acid Dodecanoic acid | 143-07-7 | 205-582-1 |
Eye Dam. 1, H318
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99 - 100% |
| General Information | Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. In case of adverse health effects seek medical advice. |
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| After Inhalation | Supply fresh air. In case of breathing difficulty, try artificial respiration. consult doctor in case of complaints. |
| After Skin Contact | Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor. |
| After Eye Contact | Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. |
| 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 | Breathing difficulty, Irritation and corrosion, Dizziness, Coughing, Headache |
| Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed | No further relevant information available. |
| 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. |
| Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures | Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes/dust/aerosol Wear protective clothing and equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. |
| 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. 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. |
| Precautions for safe handling | Open and handle receptacle with care. Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. |
| Information about fire - and explosion protection | Dust can combine with air to form an explosive mixture. 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. Keep away from heat, strong acids and oxidizing agents |
| Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles | Store only in the original receptacle. |
| 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. |
| Additional information about design of technical facilities | No further data; see section 7. | ||
| Control Parameters | |||
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| Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: | Not required. | ||
| DNELs – 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid, Lauric Acid | Oral | DNEL | 2.5 mg/kg bw/day (general population) |
| Dermal | DNEL | 5 mg/kg bw/day (general population) | |
| 10 mg/kg bw/day (workers) | |||
| Inhalative | DNEL | 4.348 mg/m³ (general population) | |
| 17.632 mg/m³ (workers) | |||
| DNELs - 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid, Lauric Acid | Oral | DNEL | 2.5 mg/kg bw/day (general population) |
| PNECs - 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid, Lauric Acid | NOEC (21d) | 0.47 mg/L (Daphnia magna) (OECD 211; CAS # 143-07-7) | |
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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. |
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| 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 | Avoid direct contact with the chemical/ the product/ the preparation by organisational measures. Use gloves of stable material (e.g. Nitrile) - if necessary tricoted to improve the wearability. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. | ||
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Lauric Acid 99% |
| Appearance: Form | Solid at 30 °C |
| Colour | White Colour |
| Odour | Light |
| Odour threshold | Not determined |
| pH Value | Not Determined |
| Change in Condition | |
| Melting point/freezing point | ca. 42 - 44 °C |
| Boiling point/boiling range | ca. 298.9 °C (SRC Database) |
| Flammability (Solid, Gas) | Not Applicable - Product is not flammable.. |
| Auto-ignition Temp | ca. 160 - 165 °C (ISO 2592 Open Cup) |
| Flash point | ca. > 250 °C |
| 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 | 0 mmHg (HSDB) |
| Density at 75 °C | 0.8702 kg/L (ISO 6883) |
| Relative Density at 20 °C | Not Determined |
| Vapour Density | Not Applicable |
| Evaporation Rate | Not Applicable |
| Solubility in/Miscibility with water at 25 °C | 4.81 mg/L (HSDB) |
| Partition coefficient : n - octanol / water | 5 log Pow (QSAR) |
| Viscosity | |
| Viscosity Dynamic | Not Applicable |
| Kinematic | Not Applicable |
| Other Safety Characteristics | Not Applicable |
| Reactivity | No further relevant information available. |
| Chemical stability | No further relevant information available. |
| Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided | No decomposition if used according to specifications |
| Possibility of hazardous reactions | Reacts with oxidising agents |
| 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 |
| Information on Toxicological Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Acute Toxicity | |||
| LD/LC50 values relevant for classification | |||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid | Oral | LD50 | >5,000 mg/kg bw (Rat, Wistar) (OECD 401, CAS # 143-07-7) |
| 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. | ||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid Skin corrosion / irritation | Irritation of skin | skin corrosion / irritation | (rabbit) (Erythema edema score: 0, EU B.4, CAS # 143-07-7) |
| Serious eye damage / irritation | Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury. | ||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid Serious eye damage / irritation | Irritation of eyes | Eye damage / irritation | (rabbit) (COS:0.9, not reversible, OECD 405, CAS # 143-07-7) |
| Respiratory or skin sensitization | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid Respiratory or skin sensitization | Sensitisation | Sensitisation | (Guinea pig) (B. Magnusson & M. Kligman, CAS # 143-07-7) |
| Additional Toxicological Information | |||
| Repeated dose toxicity 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid | 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. | ||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid | Mutagenicity | (Lymphoma cell of mouse) (OECD 476, RA CAS # 338-48-5) | |
| Carcinogenicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Reproductive toxicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Toxicity for reproduction | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic acid | 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. | ||
| Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Aspiration hazard | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Toxicity | ||
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| Aquatic Toxicity | ||
| 143-07-7 Dodecanoic Acid | EC50 (48h) | 3.6 mg/L (Daphnia magna) (OECD 202, CAS # 143-07-7) |
| EC50 (72h) (static) | >7.6 mg/L (Algae, Pseudokirchnerella subcapitata) (OECD 201, CAS # 143-07-7) | |
| LC50 (96h) | 5 mg/L (Fish, Oryzias latipes) (OECD 203, CAS #143-07-7) | |
| NOELR (21d, Repro) | ≥1.29 mg/L (Daphnia magna) (OECD 211, RA CAS # 334-48-5) | |
| NOEC (28d) | 2 mg/L (Fish, Danio rerio) (Crossland (1985), CAS # 143-07-7) | |
| Persistence and Degradability | Readily biodegradable. | |
| BCF for Lauric acid (C12) = 225 L/kg | ||
| Other information | CAS No. 143-07-7 : OECD Guideline 301D (Ready Biodegradability : Closed Bottle Test) 86% after 30 days (O2 consumption) Remarks on result : 2 mg/L test concentration, reached within 10-day window. | |
| Behavior in Environmental Systems | ||
| Bio accumulative Potential | Does not accumulate in organisms | |
| Mobility in Soil | 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 |
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| Other Adverse Effects | No further relevant information available. | |
| Waste treatment methods Recommendation | Must be specially treated adhering to official regulations. |
| Uncleaned Packaging Recommendation | Disposal must be made accordingly to official regulations. |
| Not a hazardous material according to RID / ADR, GGVS / GGVE, ADNR, IMDG, ICAO-TI / IATADGR. | |
| UN-Number | Not Regulated |
| UN Proper Shipping Name | |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not Regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not Regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| Transport Hazard Class(es) | |
|---|---|
| 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: Lauric acid Pollution category: X Ship type: 2 |
| UN "Model Regulation" | Not Regulated |
| Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture | |
| EHS reference list | Substance is not listed. |
| GHS label elements | The substance is classified and labelled according to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS). |
| Hazard pictograms |
GHS05
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| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard-determining components of labelling | lauric acid - Dodecanoic acid |
| Hazard statements | Causes serious eye damage. |
| Precautionary statements | Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection. 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 for CAS No. 143-07-7 | USA (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS): 205-582-1, Japan (ENCS): 2-608, Australia (AIIC), Korea (KECI/ KECL): KE-12855, China (IECSC): 30440, China (IECIC): 08381, Philippines (PICCS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Taiwan (TCSI), Mexico (INSQ), Thailand (TECI), 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. |
| 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. | |
| Abbreviations and Acronyms | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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) |
| PNEC | Predicted No-Effect Concentration (REACH) |
| 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 |
| Eye Dam. 1 | Serious eye damage or eye irritation - Category 1 |
| Sources |
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| 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. 143-07-7. |
| 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. |
| Chemical Safety Report of Lauric Acid. |
| 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. |
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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. |
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