According to the safety data of emulsifier A-103 (polyoxyethylene oleate, CAS No.: 9004-96-0) from the Guoli Chemical product database, this product is classified under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) as harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects (Hazardous to the aquatic environment — chronic toxicity, category 3, H412). This means that if released into the aquatic environment, the product may cause sustained negative effects on aquatic organisms such as fish and algae, and it does not fully comply with current stringent green environmental standards.
However, it should be noted that "environmentally friendly" is a relative concept. Emulsifier A-103 has good biodegradation potential (the ester bond in the polyoxyethylene ester structure can gradually hydrolyze in the natural environment) and does not contain heavy metals, APEO (alkylphenol ethoxylates), or other substances of high concern that are explicitly restricted or banned by international regulations. Compared with traditional emulsifiers containing phenols, phosphorus, or benzene ring structures, its environmental friendliness is relatively superior. In practical applications, through reasonable process control and wastewater treatment, its environmental exposure risk can be effectively reduced.
| Parameter Item | Description |
|---|---|
| GHS Environmental Hazard Classification | Hazardous to the aquatic environment — chronic toxicity, category 3 (H412) |
| Hazard Statement | Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
| Biodegradability | Ester bond structure is hydrolyzable, with certain biodegradation potential (specific degradation rate requires actual measurement) |
| Contains APEO | No (polyoxyethylene oleate is not an alkylphenol ethoxylate) |
| Heavy Metal Content | None (the product is a nonionic surfactant, not a metal salt) |
When using emulsifier A-103, to reduce environmental impact, it is recommended:
The product database does not currently include electronic documents of third-party environmental test reports for emulsifier A-103 (such as biodegradability test reports, aquatic toxicity test reports, VOC test reports, etc.). To obtain relevant test reports, it is recommended to directly contact the Sales Department or Technical Support Team of Haian County Guoli Chemical Co., Ltd.. Typically, the following types of reports can be requested: