Product Name: Tri-Hexadecyl Tertiary Amine
Chemical Formula: C48H99N
CAS Number: 68037-80-7
Synonyms: Trioctadecylamine, Hexadecyl tertiary amine
Recommended Use: Surfactant, industrial applications, chemical synthesis
Supplier: Detailed supplier information found on company documentation and shipment label
Emergency Contact: 24-hour emergency line provided on shipment documentation
Classification: Skin Irritant Category 2, Eye Irritant Category 2A, Acute Toxicity - Oral Category 4, Chronic Aquatic Toxicity Category 2
Hazard Statements: Causes mild skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may be harmful if swallowed or inhaled, toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid contact with skin and eyes, avoid release to the environment, use personal protective equipment as required
Chemical Name: Tri-Hexadecyl Tertiary Amine
Common Name: Trioctadecylamine
Concentration: ≥98% by weight
Impurities: Minor long-chain tertiary amines & associated byproducts at less than 2%
Additives: No additional stabilizers or inhibitors included
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing, seek medical attention if symptoms persist such as coughing, dizziness, or irritation
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash with plenty of soap and water, seek medical advice if irritation develops or persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel, call poison control center or doctor immediately
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation, tearing, rash, gastrointestinal discomfort, shortness of breath
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, water spray (do not use straight water stream)
Specific Hazards Arising from the Substance: May produce toxic or irritating fumes such as nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons on combustion
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus, boots, gloves, face shield
Advice for Firefighters: Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk, cool containers with flooding quantities of water
Personal Precautions: Isolate area, keep unauthorized personnel away, wear appropriate protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and respiratory protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so, do not contaminate water sources, soil, or drains
Containment and Cleanup: Absorb with inert material such as sand or earth, shovel into suitable disposal containers, wash spill area with soap and water, ventilate area, collect waste for proper disposal according to local regulation
Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated area, avoid breathing vapors and dusts, avoid contact with skin and eyes, wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed original containers, keep away from heat, sparks, flames, direct sunlight, and incompatible substances such as oxidizers and acids, keep in a cool, dry place with adequate ventilation, ensure containers are clearly labeled
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation to maintain airborne concentration below recommended limits, provide eyewash stations and safety showers
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for this specific compound, consider general dust or particulate limits
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves, long-sleeved protective clothing, approved respirators if vapors or aerosols may be generated
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, wash thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: Waxy solid or pasty material, whitish to pale yellow
Odor: Faint amine-like odor
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous solid)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 60–78°C (varies slightly by lot)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: >120°C (closed cup method)
Evaporation Rate: Negligible at room temperature
Flammability: May burn but difficult to ignite
Vapor Pressure: Low at ambient conditions
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Relative Density: 0.85–0.90 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohols, chloroform, ether
Partition Coefficient (n-Octanol/Water): High (>5; very hydrophobic)
Auto-ignition Temperature: >200°C
Decomposition Temperature: >140°C
Viscosity: Solid at room temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal use
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May release nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, and other toxic vapors when heated to decomposition
Potential Hazardous Reactions: No known hazardous polymerization expected
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral and dermal toxicity, but ingestion or high exposure may result in gastrointestinal upset, nausea, or drowsiness
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritation possible with repeated or prolonged exposure
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May induce serious eye irritation, redness, watering
Respiratory Sensitization: No data indicating respiratory sensitization
Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause skin sensitization in most users
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged or repeated overexposure might worsen dermatitis, no evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity found in available animal studies
Other Information: Symptoms may include coughing, sore throat, sneezing, rash, or eye discomfort
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be only partially biodegradable, persists under normal circumstances
Bioaccumulative Potential: High potential for bioaccumulation due to low water solubility and high log Kow
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility due to strong adsorption to soil and sediments
Other Adverse Effects: Releases to waterways can impact aquatic flora and fauna, seek to minimize discharge to the environment
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national, and international regulations
Incineration: Preferred method when allowed, use approved facilities with scrubbers
Landfill: Not recommended for significant quantities due to persistence; limited, managed landfill use may be permitted for small quantities as dictated by local regulation
Other Information: Do not discharge into surface water or sanitary sewer system, keep out of landfill where possible to prevent contamination
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods for transport under current UN recommendations
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not subject to hazardous transport classification
Packing Group: Not regulated
Marine Pollutant: Yes, large quantities should be declared, strong reporting for water shipping
Special Precautions: Protect from physical damage during transport, avoid transport with strong oxidizers or acids, secure load to prevent shifting/leakage
International Inventories: TSCA (US), DSL (Canada), EINECS/ELINCS (EU), AICS (Australia), and other regional lists as applicable
SARA Title III (EPCRA): Not listed as extremely hazardous or toxic chemical
OSHA: Not classified as a hazardous compound under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
RCRA Status: Not listed as hazardous waste per US regulations
Other Relevant Regulations: Subject to chemical substance inventory reporting; regional water, air, and environmental protection legislation governs reporting and handling
