Product Name: Coconut-1,3-Propanediamine
Chemical Name: N-Cocoalkyl-1,3-Propanediamine
Synonyms: N-Tallowalkyl-1,3-Propanediamine (Coco-based ranges)
Recommended Use: Surfactant, corrosion inhibitor, textile auxiliary, antistatic agent
Supplier Information: Name, address, telephone, emergency contact number (fill in per local supplier)
Email Contact: As provided by supplier
CAS Number: 61791-55-7 (typical for coconut-derived forms)
UN Number: Not classified under dangerous goods unless specified by concentration or blend
Product Code: Available from manufacturer
Distribution Scope: Industrial, commercial, laboratory
GHS Classification: Skin Corrosion/Irritation (Category 1B); Acute Toxicity Oral (Category 4); Eye Damage/Irritation (Category 1); Aquatic Acute (Category 1)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statements: Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection.
Hazard Pictograms: Corrosion, exclamation mark, environment
Routes of Exposure: Eye contact, skin contact, inhalation, ingestion
Other Hazards: Risk of burns; may cause respiratory irritation if inhaled as mist or vapor
Chemical Identity: N-Cocoalkyl-1,3-Propanediamine (approx. 98% purity)
Common Impurities: Water (<1%), byproducts (e.g., low molecular weight amines, <1%)
Molecular Formula: CnH2n+1N2 (n dependent on fatty acid source from coconut)
Relevant Concentration Ranges: Typically provided as ~98% active unless in solution
Component CAS: 61791-55-7
Other Identifiers: Not available for most commercial mixtures
Stabilizers/Additives: Usually not present but check with specific product batch
General Advice: Immediately seek medical attention after significant exposure.
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air and keep at rest. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Oxygen may be needed. Do not leave affected person unattended. Call for medical assistance.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Apply sterile bandages loosely. Seek medical advice immediately.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and get medical help promptly.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical advice right away.
Most Important Symptoms: Pain, irritation, redness, blistering, burns, respiratory distress, possible blindness
Note for Medical Personnel: Product is a strong alkaline amine; supportive and symptomatic treatment recommended
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct water jet due to risk of spreading
Hazardous Combustion Products: Nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon oxides, ammonia, toxic vapors
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective suit. Cool containers exposed to fire with water fog. Stay upwind.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Reacts with acids and strong oxidizing agents, evolving toxic fumes; spillage may increase slip hazard
Additional Precautions: Prevent runoff from entering drains or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, full skin protection. Avoid inhalation of vapors or contact with skin and eyes.
Environmental Measures: Prevent entry to soil, subsoil, water bodies, drains, and sewers. Notify authorities if product enters water systems.
Spill Containment: Ventilate area. Absorb spilled material with inert absorbent (sand, earth, vermiculite). Collect in tightly sealed, labeled containers for proper disposal.
Clean-up Methods: Rinse residue with water, neutralize with dilute acetic or citric acid if needed. Dispose of waste as hazardous material.
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surfaces thoroughly with water and detergent.
Handling Precautions: Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, cool, dry, and ventilated. Keep away from acids, strong oxidants, and heat sources.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, nitrates
Packaging Materials: Suitable steel, polyethylene, or other compatible plastics
Hygiene Advice: Wash hands before breaks, after work, and upon accidental contact
Occupational Exposure Limit Values: No specific OSHA or ACGIH limits; use safe industrial hygiene practices
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general ventilation to maintain vapor levels below guideline
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirator in case of inadequate ventilation
- Skin Protection: Wear protective nitrile, rubber, or neoprene gloves; long-sleeved clothing, rubber boots
- Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles and face shield
- Hygiene Measures: Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Shower after significant exposure.
Environmental Controls: Prevent accidental releases into water and soil; use spill containment systems
Appearance: Yellow to amber liquid to waxy solid (temperature dependent)
Odor: Characteristic amine odor
pH: 10-12 (1% solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Range varies with composition, typically 18-25 °C
Initial Boiling Point: >250°C at normal atmospheric pressure
Flash Point: >120°C (open cup); check specific blend
Flammability: Not easily combustible in bulk
Explosive Limits: Data not available
Vapor Pressure: Low at 20°C
Solubility: Soluble in water and organic solvents (alcohols, glycols)
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Estimated 3-6 (component dependent)
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Data not available
Evaporation Rate: Low
Viscosity: Moderately viscous liquid at room temperature
Decomposition Temperature: Above 180°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with acids to release heat, with oxidizers to form hazardous byproducts
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with incompatible materials may cause violent reactions
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, ignition sources, exposure to acids or oxidants
Materials to Avoid: Acidic solutions, halogens, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Ammonia, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) 200-800 mg/kg (estimate); Dermal LD50 (rabbit) >1,200 mg/kg; Inhalation LC50 not defined
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Strong corrosive effects; may cause severe burns, pain, ulceration
Eye Damage/Irritation: Corrosive with risk of blindness
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: No data available; not known as a sensitizer, but repeated exposure may lead to dermatitis
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause skin dryness, cracking, inflammation
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No conclusive animal or epidemiological evidence found
Other Effects: Ingestion can result in burns to mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach
Ecotoxicity: Highly toxic to aquatic life (EC50 for fish, daphnia < 1 mg/L)
Persistence/Degradability: Partial biodegradability; surfactant properties may disrupt cell membranes in aquatic organisms
Bioaccumulative Potential: Moderate potential due to hydrophobic alkyl chains
Mobility in Soil: May adsorb to soil particles. Leaching varies by soil type and environmental conditions
Other Adverse Effects: High toxicity in unneutralized spills; significant impact on sewage treatment plants is possible even in low concentrations
Waste Disposal Methods: Must be disposed of as hazardous waste in accordance with local, national, and state regulations
Product Disposal: Incineration in a licensed facility preferred; do not discharge to surface waters or drains
Container Disposal: Rinse containers thoroughly, dispose of by approved methods only
Unused Product: Store for pickup by licensed chemical waste handler
Special Considerations: Do not mix with incompatible chemicals during disposal preparation
UN Number: Typically not regulated as dangerous for transport at standard concentrations; check local requirements
Proper Shipping Name: If required: Aliphatic Amine or Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S. (contains N-Cocoalkyl-1,3-propanediamine)
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (corrosive), if classified as such
Packing Group: III
Label Requirements: Corrosive label (if above threshold concentrations)
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant if transported in bulk
Special Precautions: Protect packaging from rupture during transit; avoid spillage onto transport surfaces
OSHA Status: Controlled under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: Listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
EU REACH: Registered or pre-registered depending on usage
DSL/NDSL Canada: Included
Other Regulatory Listings: Check national chemical inventories for specific inclusion
SARA Title III: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance; general reporting required for spills
Labeling Requirements: As per GHS and local legislation
WHMIS Classification (Canada): Class E (Corrosive Material)
Dangerous Goods Codes: Not universally classified unless in concentrated forms
Other Restrictions: Local rules may require additional risk phrases, wastewater controls, or environmental impact plans
