Dodecyl polyoxyethylene ether AC-1215 performs well overall in terms of environmental compliance, but it has two sides: on one hand, its biodegradability is excellent — the BOD/COD ratio exceeds 60% within 28 days, classifying it as "readily biodegradable." It does not persist easily in the natural environment, and its bioaccumulation potential is low, meaning it will not accumulate long-term in ecosystems under normal use conditions.
On the other hand, according to GHS classification standards, this product is classified as "Hazardous to the aquatic environment — long-term hazard Category 3 (H412)", with an acute fish toxicity 96h LC50 of 1–10 mg/L, indicating it is harmful to aquatic organisms with long-lasting effects. Therefore, this product must not be discharged directly into sewers, surface water, or groundwater. Wastewater from use must be properly treated to meet discharge standards before release.
Regarding test reports, this FAQ system currently does not include specific third-party test reports such as RoHS, REACH, or biodegradability reports. As a professional surfactant manufacturer, Guoli Chemical can usually provide product quality test reports (COA), safety data sheets (SDS), and relevant compliance statements upon customer request. For formal test reports or specific environmental certification documents (such as REACH compliance statements, RoHS test reports, etc.), it is recommended to contact Guoli Chemical's sales department or technical service center directly.
| Environmental Indicator | Data | Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Biodegradability | 28-day BOD/COD ratio > 60% | Readily biodegradable |
| Acute Fish Toxicity (96h LC50) | 1–10 mg/L | Toxic to aquatic organisms |
| Bioaccumulation Potential | Low | Not easily accumulated in organisms |
| Environmental Persistence | Not persists easily | Gradually eliminated through biodegradation |
| GHS Aquatic Hazard Classification | Category 3 (H412) | Harmful to aquatic organisms with long-lasting effects |
1. Wastewater treatment: Industrial wastewater containing AC-1215 must be treated through the plant's wastewater treatment system (e.g., biochemical treatment) to meet discharge standards before release, and direct discharge into water bodies is strictly prohibited. Small spills should be contained and collected using inert absorbent materials (sand, vermiculite, etc.) and disposed of as hazardous waste.
2. Formulation assessment: If AC-1215 is used in the formulation of export products, it is recommended to confirm the regulatory requirements of the target market in advance (such as EU REACH, US TSCA, etc.). Guoli Chemical can provide corresponding compliance statement documents.
3. Obtaining test reports: If you need SDS (Safety Data Sheet), COA (Certificate of Analysis), or environmental test reports for specific items, please contact Guoli Chemical directly, provide the batch number and the required test items, and the technical staff will coordinate to issue them.