Product Name: Cocodimethylamine Oxide
Chemical Formula: C18H39NO
Synonyms: Dimethyldodecylamine N-oxide, Lauramine Oxide
Recommended Use: Surfactant in cleaning products, emulsifying agent
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CAS Number: 61788-90-7
UN Number: Not regulated
EC Number: 263-087-6
Classification: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause skin irritation, classified as non-flammable under GHS criteria
Hazard Statements: H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H315: Causes skin irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves, avoid contact with eyes, wash hands thoroughly after handling, if eye irritation persists seek medical attention
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Potential Health Effects: Eyes: severe irritation, redness, blurred vision possible. Skin: redness, itching. Inhalation: throat irritation or coughing with prolonged exposure. Ingestion: stomach upset, nausea.
Cocodimethylamine Oxide: 27-30% by weight
Water: 50-73% by weight
Other Minor Components: May include sodium chloride, nonionic surfactants in trace amounts
Purity: Typically commercial preparations use a mix of C12 and C14 alkyl chains
Impurities of Concern: Trace amines, residual solvents, possible formaldehyde in some grades
CAS Number: 61788-90-7
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep comfortable for breathing, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with plenty of water and soap, consult a physician if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, immediate medical attention if discomfort remains
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if victim feels unwell
Symptoms: Burning sensation, redness, watering eyes, itching skin, gastrointestinal discomfort if swallowed
Special Advice for First Responders: Provide symptomatic support, ensure medical personnel are aware of the material involved and take personal protection measures
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water mist, dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use direct water jet as it may spread spilled material
Specific Hazards: Non-flammable, decomposes at high temperature producing nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide, and sometimes trace trimethylamine. Vapor may irritate respiratory tract at fire scene
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing equipment and full protective gear
Special Precautions: Prevent runoff from contaminating waterways, cool containers exposed to fire with water spray
Personal Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and impervious clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, sewers, waterways; notify authorities if a large spill affects the environment
Clean-Up Methods: Absorb spill with inert material such as sand or earth, shovel into containers for disposal, wash area with water after pick-up, ventilate area
Decontamination: Use mild detergent and water for cleaning surfaces
Disposal: Collected material must be disposed of according to local regulations
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with eyes and skin, do not eat, drink, or smoke while working, always wash hands and exposed skin before breaks and at the end of the day
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, protect from direct sunlight and incompatible materials like strong oxidizers and acids
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong oxidizing agents, acids, and reducing agents
Measures to Prevent Fire: No special fire precautions required due to low flammability, keep away from open flames and hot surfaces as with all chemicals
Packaging Materials: Use corrosion-resistant and chemically compatible materials for storage containers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific ACGIH, NIOSH, or OSHA exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, safety showers and eye wash stations must be accessible
Respiratory Protection: Not expected to require respiratory protection for normal use; if mist or aerosol is generated, wear approved particulate respirator
Hand Protection: Gloves made from nitrile, neoprene, or PVC
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face protection
Skin Protection: Wear protective lab coat, apron, or coveralls
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling
Appearance: Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild amine-like odor
pH: 6.0 – 8.0 (10% solution in water)
Melting Point: Below 0°C (since delivered in aqueous form)
Boiling Point: Above 100°C (due to water content)
Flash Point: Not applicable (aqueous solution)
Density: Approximately 1.02 – 1.04 g/cm³
Solubility: Completely soluble in water
Vapor Pressure: Similar to water under ambient conditions
Reactivity: Chemically stable under recommended storage, may react with strong oxidizers
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions and normal usage
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme heat, strong acids, oxidizers
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, reducing agents, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, amine fumes
Polymerization: Does not occur under normal usage
Likely Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, oral ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) >2000 mg/kg
Eye Effects: Causes serious eye irritation
Skin Effects: May cause mild irritation
Respiratory Effects: Mist or vapor may irritate the upper respiratory tract
Chronic Effects: No chronic toxicity reported at occupational levels
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity and Reproductive Effects: No evidence in standard tests
Symptoms of Overexposure: Headache, dizziness, nausea, dermal redness
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Moderately toxic (EC50 for Daphnia magna: ~3-10 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation based on structure and log Kow
Mobility in Soil: High mobility in water, may leach into groundwater
Other Hazards: May cause foam formation in aquatic environments, disrupts surface tension
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Containment: Keep material out of soil, waterways, and sewers
Recommended Disposal: Preferably by incineration or by a recognized chemical waste disposal contractor
Packaging Disposal: Empty containers must be rinsed and can enter normal waste stream if appropriate
Special Precautions: Do not dispose of product or packaging in the environment
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None unless released in bulk into water bodies
Special Precautions: Keep containers securely closed, upright, protect from damage in transit
US Regulations: Listed on US TSCA Inventory, not subject to SARA Title III reporting
EU Regulations: Registered under REACH, safety data sheet available upon request, meets criteria for eye irritation (Category 2A)
Other Global Inventories: Listed on Canadian DSL, AICS (Australia), ENCS (Japan), PICCS (Philippines)
Workplace Safety: Complies with OSHA, WHMIS, and GHS classification, labeling required for workplace handling
Label Elements: Pictogram for irritation, warning statements must appear on containers
