Product Name: Tetradecylpyridinium Chloride
Chemical Formula: C19H34ClN
CAS Number: 140-72-7
Recommended Use: Antimicrobial agent, disinfectant, antiseptic, surface cleaner
Manufacturer/Supplier: Contact information should be provided by supplier. Includes phone number for emergencies.
Synonyms: N-Tetradecylpyridinium chloride, 1-tetradecylpyridinium chloride
Email for Safety Queries: info or safety contact required by law
Emergency Phone: 24-hour chemical emergency contact
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Skin Irritation Category 2, Eye Damage Category 1, Aquatic Toxicity (Acute) Category 1
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye damage, very toxic to aquatic life
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, corrosive, environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or mist, wash thoroughly after handling, avoid release to environment, use personal protective equipment
Other Hazards: Can cause irritation on skin contact, inhalation may produce respiratory tract irritation, ingestion can be harmful
Chemical Identity: Tetradecylpyridinium Chloride
Synonyms: 1-tetradecylpyridinium chloride
PURITY: >98%
CAS Number: 140-72-7
Impurities or Stabilizers: None identified in pure grade product
EC Number: 205-427-8
Concentration: Up to 100% in neat or concentrated form
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, keep at rest, support breathing as required, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Flush skin with plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing, wash with soap and water, get medical advice for irritation or prolonged contact
Eye Contact: Rinse Cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, get immediate medical attention for irritation, pain, redness, or blurred vision
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if conscious, get medical advice/attention immediately, risk of harm by ingestion
Important Symptoms: Irritation, redness, burning, possible corrosive injury to eyes, respiratory tract irritation, stomach upset if swallowed
Notes to Physician: Symptomatic and supportive treatment, monitor for irritation, avoid gastric lavage due to aspiration hazard
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High pressure water streams (may spread product)
Hazardous Combustion Products: Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, pyridine derivatives
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Fire Fighting Instructions: Prevent runoff from entering drains, consider downwind evacuation due to toxic fumes, use water spray to cool containers
Fire Hazards: Not highly flammable but will emit hazardous fumes under fire conditions
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate area, wear personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, protective clothing, respirator in case of large spills)
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering water courses, sewers, or confined spaces, alert local authorities if spillage occurs
Spill Cleanup Procedures: Absorb spill with inert material (sand, earth), collect and place in suitable container, wash spill area thoroughly with plenty of water, dispose contaminated material following local regulations
Methods for Containment: Stop leak if safely possible, use dikes to contain liquid
Safe Handling Advice: Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, avoid inhalation of vapors or dust, use only in well-ventilated areas; wash hands thoroughly after use
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed original container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances (strong acids, oxidizing agents)
Incompatible Materials: Anionic surfactants, strong oxidizers, strong acids, reactive metals
Specific Storage Requirements: Keep away from heat and direct sunlight, protect from moisture, segregation from food and feedstuffs
Further Information: Keep out of reach of children, ensure clear labelling
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits assigned
Engineering Controls: Use adequate local exhaust or general ventilation to maintain concentrations below exposure limits
Personal Protective Equipment:
Gloves: Impervious chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene)
Eyes: Chemical splash goggles or face shield
Clothing: Protective clothing, lab coat or apron
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator if potential for inhalation exposure exists or in case of large spills
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, face, and any exposed skin after handling
Environmental Controls: Prevent product from entering drains or the environment, use spill containment
Physical State: Solid or viscous liquid (depending on formulation and temperature)
Odor: Faint, characteristic, may resemble pyridine
Color: White to pale yellow crystalline powder or paste
pH (1% solution): 6.0 – 8.0
Melting Point/Range: 85 – 95 °C
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not highly flammable, may not have specific flash point
Water Solubility: Soluble in water, forms clear to slightly turbid solution
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Relative Density: Approx. 0.97 – 1.01 g/cm³
Viscosity: Not determined
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Other data: Surface-active properties, forms stable foams
Chemical Stability: Stable at recommended storage conditions and ambient temperature
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Can react with strong acids to release toxic gases, incompatible with anionic surfactants and oxidizing agents
Conditions to Avoid: High temperature, direct sunlight, exposure to moisture, contact with incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents, anionic surfactants, reactive metals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, pyridine derivatives
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) — estimated 400 mg/kg; harmful if swallowed
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes skin irritation with redness and discomfort
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye damage, risk of permanent injury if not rinsed promptly
Respiratory Irritation: Dust or fumes cause respiratory tract discomfort, coughing
Skin Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer, though repeated contact increases risk of irritation
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged exposure may damage mucous membranes and skin
Carcinogenicity: No evidence of human carcinogenicity
Reproductive Toxicity: Not established
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: None known
Additional Data: Risk level varies by concentration and duration of exposure, direct contact poses greatest hazard
Aquatic Toxicity: Extremely toxic to aquatic organisms, LC50 (fish, 96 hr): <1 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Limited biodegradability, may persist in water and soil, breaks down slowly under environmental conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Moderate to high, can accumulate in aquatic life
Mobility in Soil: Adsorbs to soils and river sediments; limited mobility
Other Adverse Effects: Surfactant effects may disrupt aquatic systems even in low concentrations, caution with discharging rinsate or wastes
Product Disposal: Treat as hazardous waste, follow local, state, and federal regulations for disposal, incineration in chemical incinerators equipped with scrubbers or safe landfill in permitted facilities
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers and offer for recycling or disposal according to local practices, do not reuse empty containers
Methods of Disposal: Do not allow to enter waterways, sewers, or environment, avoid contaminating surface and groundwater
Hazardous Waste Codes: Check applicable national and local codes
UN Number: 3077
Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Tetradecylpyridinium chloride)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Label: Environmentally hazardous substance
Special Transport Precautions: Avoid packaging that may leak, secure containers during transport, notify transporter of hazardous nature
EU Regulations: Classified as hazardous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)
US Regulations: Subject to reporting under EPA TSCA, SARA Section 313 listings
Canada: WHMIS classification D2B (skin/eye irritant)
Labelling Requirements: Hazard pictograms, signal words, precautionary statements according to GHS and local regulations
Worker Protection: Safety training, PPE, access to MSDS in workplace
Other Requirements: Spill reporting, environmental protection rules, transport documentation
