Detergent; wetting, foaming, and dispersing
agent for industrial, cosmetic and pharmaceutical
applications, especially shampoos.
Colorless liquid with a mild odor, Sinks and mixes with water.
Reacts violently with strong oxidants. REF [Handling Chemicals Safely, 1980 p. 928]. Toxic vapors of triethanolamine and oxides of nitrogen may form in fire [USCG, 1999].
Ingestion causes mild irritation of stomach. Contact with liquid irritates eyes and causes some corneal damage if prolonged. Skin is mildly irritated on prolonged contact.
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Toxic vapors of triethanolamine and oxides of nitrogen may form in fire.
