Material Safety Data Sheet
Tricaprylmethylammonium chloride MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Tricaprylmethylammonium chloride Contact Information:
Sciencelab.com, Inc.
Catalog Codes: SLT3508
14025 Smith Rd.
Houston, Texas 77396
CAS#: 5137-55-3
US Sales: 1-800-901-7247
RTECS: BR8575000
International Sales: 1-281-441-4400
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Tricaprylmethylammonium Order Online: ScienceLab.com
chloride
CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:
CI#: Not available. 1-800-424-9300
Synonym: International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887
Chemical Formula: C25H54ClN For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Tricaprylmethylammonium chloride 5137-55-3 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Tricaprylmethylammonium chloride: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 223 mg/kg [Rat]. 280 mg/kg
[Mouse].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung
irritant). Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by
redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally,
blistering.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
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Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:
If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible,
protecting your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's
exposed skin, such as the hands : Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and
non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible
indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), halogenated compounds.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
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Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container.
Large Spill: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire
risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this product In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Storage:
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat
and away from strong oxidizing agents.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 404.17 g/mole
Color: Not available.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: 225掳C (437掳F)
Melting Point: -20掳C (-4掳F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 0.884 (Water = 1)
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Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.
Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: No.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 223 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
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Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: CLASS 6.1: Poisonous material.
Identification: : Toxic Liquid, n.o.s. (Tricaprylmethylammonium Chloride) : UN2810 PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Tricaprylmethylammonium chloride
Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC):
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system
and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 3
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: h
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 3
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
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Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/10/2005 12:07 AM
Last Updated: 10/10/2005 12:07 AM
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