Product Name: Tetramethylguanidine Lactate
Chemical Family: Organic salt
Synonyms: N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylguanidine lactate
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, catalyst, organic synthesis
Manufacturer: Consult product supplier for contact information
Emergency Phone: Reach out to local emergency services or manufacturers’ emergency hotline
CAS Number: 10607-35-9
Formula: C5H13N3.C3H6O3
UN Number: Not classified under UN regulations
REACH Status: Subject to European registration
Product Code: Refer to supplier reference
GHS Classification: Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2), Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2), Acute toxicity (oral, Category 4)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, harmful if swallowed, may cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face protection; wash hands thoroughly after handling; avoid breathing dust, fumes, and vapors; if in eyes rinse cautiously and seek immediate medical care
Physical Hazards: Not considered highly flammable, but may emit toxic fumes if heated
Health Hazards: Irritation to mucous membranes, gastrointestinal symptoms possible after ingestion
Environmental Hazards: Harmful to aquatic life at high concentrations
Main Ingredient: Tetramethylguanidine Lactate
Chemical Formula: C8H19N3O3
Purity: ≥98% unless otherwise noted
Impurities: Trace water (<1%), possible organic by-products
EC Number: 600-994-4
Hazardous Components: No components above cut-off limits classified as especially hazardous per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately, wash exposed skin thoroughly with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes, consult physician if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easily done, continue rinsing, seek immediate medical advice
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, give small amounts of water if victim is conscious, consult a physician immediately
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor respiratory and cardiovascular status
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: May release toxic vapors of nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides during combustion
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Precautions: Approach from upwind, avoid inhalation of combusted product gases, use water spray to cool unaffected containers
Personal Precautions: Use PPE including gloves, goggles, protective clothing; ensure adequate ventilation; avoid inhaling dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so; avoid entering drains, sewers, or natural waterways
Containment Methods: Absorb spill with inert material (sand, earth, vermiculite), scoop into suitable lidded container for disposal; clean contaminated area with water and detergent
Safe Handling: Minimize dust formation, avoid ingestion and inhalation, wear proper protective gear, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed container, cool, dry, and well-ventilated room; avoid exposure to direct sunlight and moisture
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizers, strong acids, and strong bases
Recommended Storage Temp: 2–8°C (Refrigerated)
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended limits
Respiratory Protection: Wear approved mask if dust or aerosols are generated
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves (nitrile or neoprene), lab coat
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles or face shield
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing and equipment before entering eating areas
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits set by OSHA, NIOSH, or ACGIH at this point for Tetramethylguanidine Lactate; general nuisance dust PEL applies if airborne particulate present
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Odor: Slight amine-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH (1% solution): Approximately 7 (neutral to slightly basic)
Melting Point/Range: 75–80°C
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not flammable as a solid
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas): Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.2–1.3 g/cm³
Solubility: Readily soluble in water and alcohols
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: >100°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions, sensitive to strong acids and oxidizing agents
Reactivity: Inert to most common materials, contact with acids generates heat
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to high temperatures, humidity, and incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, strong bases, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, trace organic vapors
Polymerization: Will not occur under proper storage
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact
Acute Effects: Eye and skin irritation; nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort possible if swallowed; coughing or throat irritation after inhalation
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact can lead to dermatitis; long-term exposure data is limited
Toxicity Data: Acute oral LD50 (rat): estimated >300 mg/kg; no established chronic toxicity studies; no evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity found in literature
Sensitization: Not known to cause respiratory or skin sensitization
Signs and Symptoms: Irritation of skin, eyes, mucous membranes; gastrointestinal discomfort if ingested
Ecotoxicity: May be toxic to aquatic organisms at high concentrations; avoid environmental discharge
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be biodegradable under aerobic conditions, but degradation rates depend on environmental factors
Bioaccumulation: Not anticipated to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Readily soluble in water, may migrate through soil to groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: No known significant effects on ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation, or global warming potential
Waste Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulatory requirements for chemical waste; avoid disposing into sewage system or natural water sources
Waste Treatment Methods: Incinerate in a chemical incinerator with afterburner and scrubber or send to approved chemical disposal facility
Contaminated Packaging: Decontaminate containers, then offer to authorized waste handlers for recycling or disposal
Special Precautions: Wear suitable protective equipment during disposal handling, prevent contact with soil and water
UN Number: No UN classification
DOT Classification: Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Classification: Not classified as dangerous goods
ICAO/IATA: Not regulated for air transport
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Transport in sealed, labeled containers; protect from physical damage and moisture
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous per OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: Listed on the TSCA inventory
SARA Title III: Not subject to SARA 302, 304, 311/312, or 313 reporting requirements
REACH Registration: Relevant for European markets; check supplier or local authority documentation
Other Regulation: Comply with national and local chemical safety regulations; no California Proposition 65 chemicals present
Workplace Safety: Ensure access to Material Safety Data Sheet at all times for those working with the material
