Product Name: Tetradecyltrimethylammonium Bromide
Chemical Formula: C17H38BrN
Synonyms: Myristyltrimethylammonium bromide, TTAB
CAS Number: 1119-97-7
Recommended Use: Surfactant, phase transfer catalyst, laboratory reagent
Supplier: Listed on product label or invoice
Contact Information: Emergency contact printed on packaging and safety documents
Emergency Telephone: National poison control center, local emergency services
Classification: Acute toxicity, irritant properties to eyes and skin
Pictogram: Exclamation mark symbol for irritant, health hazard
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed; causes skin and eye irritation; may provoke allergic response
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust; wash hands thoroughly after handling; use gloves and eye protection
Potential Effects: Short exposures can cause immediate irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; ingestion may bring abdominal and gastrointestinal harm
Chemical Name: Tetradecyltrimethylammonium Bromide
Concentration: 100% (pure substance)
CAS Number: 1119-97-7
Molecular Weight: 336.41 g/mol
Impurities/Additives: None declared for analytical grade samples
General Guidance: Move exposed person to fresh air promptly; remove contaminated clothing; avoid direct contact; seek immediate medical help for serious symptoms
Eye Contact: Rinse opened eye gently for several minutes under running water; lift eyelids to flush thoroughly; contact eye specialist without delay
Skin Contact: Remove clothing and wash exposed skin with plenty of water and mild soap; seek medical attention for persistent redness, blistering, or rash
Inhalation: Move to area with fresh air; support breathing with oxygen if needed; medical evaluation for coughing or breathing problems
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; give water only if person is conscious; urgent medical care for ingestion cases
Note for Medical Providers: Treat symptomatically; monitor for respiratory and systemic effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray, foam
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct high-pressure water jets
Hazards from Combustion: Emits toxic fumes containing nitrogen oxides, hydrogen bromide, and carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters must use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Firefighting Procedures: Move containers away from fire area where safe; cool with water spray; avoid inhaling combustion gases; contain run-off water
Personal Protection: Wear gloves, chemical splash goggles, protective clothing, dust mask or respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Containment Methods: Collect spilled solid with inert absorbent (sand or earth), place in well-labeled suitable container for disposal
Cleanup Methods: Clean area thoroughly with water after bulk removal; ventilate enclosed spaces during cleanup
Disposal: Dispose collected waste in accordance with local and national regulations
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid generating dust; wear protective equipment at all times during use; wash hands after contact; avoid ingestion and inhalation
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store tightly closed, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep container upright and away from sources of heat, sparks, and incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids; avoid contact with reducing agents or alkali metals
Storage Temperature: Store at room temperature away from light
Shelf Life: Stability assured under recommended storage for several years; monitor for signs of degradation (discoloration, odor change)
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits set; minimize exposure by engineering controls and safe practice
Ventilation: Use local exhaust or general room ventilation to control airborne dust
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles, face shield for large volumes
Skin Protection: Neoprene, nitrile or latex gloves; laboratory coat or apron
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or NIOSH-approved respirator for particulate if exposure not controlled by ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking; keep personal protective equipment clean; avoid direct skin contact
Appearance: White or off-white powder, crystalline solid
Odor: Faint, amine-like smell
pH (1% solution): Slightly alkaline (around pH 7–8)
Melting Point: 240–243°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol; low solubility in chloroform
Relative Density: 1.01–1.04 g/cm3
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not established
Flash Point: Not combustible in solid form
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Not determined
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Data not available
Reactivity: Low under normal storage and usage conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable at ambient room temperature and normal environmental conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme heat, direct sunlight, high humidity; avoid dust formation and static discharge
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, nitric acid, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide, nitrogen oxides
Polymerization: Will not occur under standard conditions
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, eye contact
Acute Effects: Gastrointestinal distress, mucous membrane irritation, possible burns to sensitive areas; immediate eye and skin irritation
Chronic Effects: Prolonged skin contact may bring dermatitis; repeated exposure can sensitize respiratory tract
Toxicity Data: LD50 (oral, rat) 370 mg/kg; data shows higher concentrations raise toxicity risks
Symptoms: Burning, redness, watering eyes, coughing, abdominal pain, headache
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, OSHA as a known cancer-causing agent
Mutagenicity: No evidence from standard tests
Reproductive Toxicity: No data indicating reproductive impact at usual handling concentrations
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms; potential for long-term adverse effects in aquatic environments
Aquatic Toxicity Indicators: EC50 for Daphnia magna: 0.13 mg/L (48 hr); toxic to fish and invertebrates
Persistence and Degradability: Chemicals in this class are only slowly biodegradable under standard conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Potential for moderate bioaccumulation in aquatic food chains
Mobility in Soil: Likely to bind to solids; reduced mobility in natural soils
Other Information: Accidental releases need urgent containment; do not allow into waterways, sewers, or groundwater
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of as hazardous chemical waste; use licensed waste disposal contractor
Container Disposal: Triple rinse container and puncture before disposal according to local, regional, and national regulations
Special Precautions: Do not discharge to environment; incineration with flue gas scrubbing preferred under controlled conditions
Regulatory Context: Waste must comply with all applicable laws—follow guidance from national hazardous waste legislation
UN Number: 2811
Proper Shipping Name: Toxic Solid, Organic, n.o.s. (Tetradecyltrimethylammonium Bromide)
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: III (medium danger)
Environmental Hazards: Dangerous to aquatic environment; marine pollutant label may be required
Special Precautions for Transport: Protect from moisture; avoid spillage; transport in tightly sealed, clearly labeled containers
Regulations: Follows ADR/RID, IMDG, IATA guidelines for dangerous goods
Emergency Action Code: Refer to applicable regional code cards for road/rail
Labelling Requirements: Complies with GHS/CLP, OSHA Hazard Communication, and relevant transport regulations
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Registration: Required in European Union for importers and manufacturers
EINECS Number: 214-288-5
Other Regulations: Subject to reporting under community right-to-know, SARA Title III; covered by workplace chemical safety mandates
Worker Protection: This substance class falls under occupational exposure laws; follow local and international standards for chemical handling
