Product Name: Alkyl Imidazoline Amphoteric Surfactant
Chemical Family: Imidazoline derivatives
Synonyms: Alkylamphoacetates, Alkylamphopropionates
Recommended Use: Detergents, emulsifiers, wetting agents
Supplier: Contact the manufacturer for full details
Emergency Telephone: Available from regional poison control centers
Product Code: Information provided on packaging and invoice
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Classification: Eye irritation—Category 2, Skin irritation—Category 2, Acute toxicity (oral)—Category 5
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause skin irritation, may be harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, wash thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves and safety goggles, do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product
Emergency Overview: Foamy clear to pale yellow liquid with a slight amine odor, surfactant poses a moderate risk of local irritation, inhalation exposure unlikely at room temperature
Potential Health Effects: Eye redness, skin dryness, gastrointestinal upset if ingested
Chemical Name: Alkyl Imidazoline derivative
CAS Number: Varies by chain length, typically 61791-55-7
Concentration: 30-80% (as supplied)
Other Ingredients: Water 20-60%, fatty acid derivative (trace), sodium chloride (minor component), proprietary stabilizers and pH adjusters
Impurities: Free amines (typically <1%), unreacted fatty acid residues (trace amounts)
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if discomfort develops
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with soap and water, treat irritation with emollients, seek medical advice for persistent symptoms
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, give small amounts of water to drink, do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel, call a poison center or doctor
Symptoms and Effects: Redness, stinging, mild gastrointestinal upset
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Water jet (may spread product)
Specific Hazards: Combustion generates carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Advice for Firefighters: Cool containers exposed to fire with water spray, remove containers if safe, prevent runoff from contaminating drains and waterways
Personal Precautions: Isolate spill area, use personal protective equipment—gloves, goggles, chemical-resistant aprons
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, sewers, watercourses
Methods for Cleaning Up: Contain and collect with inert absorbent (sand, earth), place in labeled containers for disposal, wash spill site after material pickup
Reference to Other Sections: For information on safe handling, disposal, and personal protection, see relevant sections
Handling: Use appropriate PPE to avoid skin and eye contact, avoid inhaling sprays or mists, practice good industrial hygiene by washing hands thoroughly after handling, never reuse empty containers
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, oxidizing agents, freezing temperatures, keep containers tightly closed and properly labeled, avoid stacking incompatible materials nearby, monitor for leaks or spills regularly, keep out of reach of children
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, strong reducing agents, reactive metals
Exposure Limits: No OSHA or ACGIH exposure limits established, minimize exposure through local ventilation
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls as needed
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), protective clothing (apron or coverall), safety shoes
Respiratory Protection: Not typically required, use dust/mist respirator if significant aerosol formation occurs
Hygiene Measures: Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse, wash hands before eating or drinking, keep workplace clean
Appearance: Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Odor: Mild, amine-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: 6-8 (10% solution)
Melting/Freezing Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point/Range: >100°C
Flash Point: >100°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than water
Flammability: Not readily flammable
Vapor Pressure: Low
Vapor Density: Not determined
Solubility: Dispersible in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: Above 150°C
Viscosity: 200–500 cP (at 25°C)
Reactivity: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions known under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, freezing, contact with incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, amines
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Estimated LD50 (oral, rat) >2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild to moderate irritation with prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected under typical conditions
Skin Sensitization: Rare cases of allergic reaction
Chronic Toxicity: No long-term effects identified at recommended exposure levels
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not considered mutagenic (based on analogy to related surfactants)
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse reproductive effects observed
Ecotoxicity: Moderately toxic to aquatic organisms (EC50 1–100 mg/L for daphnia and algae), avoid uncontrolled entry into waterways
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions, typical for surfactants with similar structure
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low; does not accumulate in tissue
Mobility in Soil: Product disperses in water, migrates through soil slowly
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills can cause foaming in rivers, disrupt aquatic oxygen exchange; responsible waste management reduces impact
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations, avoid landfill disposal of liquid product
Disposal of Packaging: Thoroughly rinse, recycle or dispose as appropriate
Methods of Disposal: Incineration or controlled chemical waste processing
Special Precautions: Do not release into the environment undiluted
Regulatory Waste Numbers: Check local requirements for classification and special disposal instructions
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods under most road/sea/air transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Non-regulated, surfactant solution
Transport Hazard Class(es): None
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant, avoid accidental large-scale releases
Special Precautions for User: Ensure containers are secure and undamaged during transit, verify labeling matches contents
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: TSCA Inventory: Components listed; REACH: Polymer exempt registration; DSL/NDSL: Present; SARA 311/312 Hazards: Immediate (acute) health hazard; SARA 313: Not regulated; California Prop 65: Not known to contain any listed chemicals
Labeling Requirements: GHS hazard pictograms for eye and skin irritation
International Status: Product meets OECD requirements for biodegradability
Workplace Safety: Provide training and SDS access to employees handling this substance
