SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 04/26/2007
Date Updated: 02/02/2006
Version 1.7
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name STEARYLAMINE, 99%
Product Number S9273
Brand SIGMA
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Address 3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 800-325-5832
Fax: 800-325-5052
Emergency Phone: 314-776-6555
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
OCTADECYLAMINE 124-30-1 No
Formula C18H39N
Synonyms Adogenen 142 * Alamine 7 * Alamine 7D * Amine AB
* 1-Aminooctadecane * Armeen 18 * Armeen 18D *
Armofilm * Crodamine 1.18D * Farmin 80 * Kemamine
P990 * Monooctadecylamine * Nissan amine AB *
n-Octadecylamine * 1-Octadecylamine *
Oktadecylamin (Czech) * Stearamine * Stearylamine
* n-Stearylamine
RTECS Number: RG4150000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritant.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 1
REACTIVITY: 0
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 1
REACTIVITY: 0
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
298.4 癋 148 癈 Method: closed cup
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. Handle
and store under nitrogen.
Incompatible Materials: Absorbs carbon dioxide from air.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Handle and store under inert gas. Air sensitive.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
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Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are
appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143)
respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: White
Form: Fine
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 269.52 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range 232 癈 32 mmHg
MP/MP Range 52 癈
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point 298.4 癋 148 癈 Method: closed cup
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility Solubility in Water:Insoluble.
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions of Instability: Absorbs carbon dioxide from air.
Materials to Avoid: Acids, Acid chlorides, Acid anhydrides,
Oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,
Nitrogen oxides.
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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
2395 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Oral
Mouse
3000 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
250 MG/KG
LD50
IRRITATION DATA
Skin
Rabbit
20 mg
24H
Remarks: Moderate irritation effect
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: None
Non-Hazardous for Transport: This substance is
considered to be non-hazardous for transport.
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IATA
Non-Hazardous for Air Transport: Non-hazardous for air
transport.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: Xi
Indication of Danger: Irritant.
R: 36/37/38
Risk Statements: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
S: 26-36
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Irritant.
Risk Statements: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2007 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
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