Product Name: Castor Oil Acid Amphoteric Imidazoline
Chemical Family: Imidazoline derivatives
Synonyms: Ricinoleic acid imidazoline, Amphoteric surfactant
Recommended Use: Surface active agent in industrial cleaning, emulsifying, and corrosion inhibition
Manufacturer Information: Supplier company address, emergency contact number, and general inquiry telephone
GHS Classification: Skin irritation, Eye damage, Acute toxicity (oral and inhalation)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes moderate skin irritation, severe eye irritation, may cause respiratory tract irritation, may be harmful if swallowed
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Corrosive
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mists, use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, rinse skin thoroughly after handling
Chemical Composition: Imidazoline derivative from castor oil fatty acids
CAS Number: 68607-29-2
Purity: 85-95% active ingredient
Minor Components: Water, residual fatty acids, ethanolamine by-products
Impurities: Traces of solvent, unreacted raw materials
Skin Contact: Flush exposed skin with running water for at least 15 minutes, wash with mild soap, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes, hold eyelids open, seek prompt medical assessment if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical support if symptoms do not resolve
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, consult poison control or a physician
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, or water fog
Specific Hazards: Burning releases toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides and carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters require self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective suit
Special Procedures: Evacuate area, prevent runoff from fire control from entering drains or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, wear chemical-resistant gloves and protective eyewear
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into soil, ditches, and waterways, notify authorities if significant amounts reach watercourse
Methods for Cleanup: Stop leak if possible without risk, contain spill with absorbent materials such as sand or earth, collect in appropriate waste container, ventilate area
Handling Practices: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, use proper ventilation, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid breathing vapor
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, keep away from heat, ignition sources, strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents, nitrates
Storage Temperature: Recommended ambient temperature between 10°C and 30°C
Exposure Limits: No OSHA or ACGIH exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, process enclosure, general room ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing, NIOSH-approved respirator for airborne concentrations
Hygiene Practices: Remove contaminated clothing, wash thoroughly with soap and water before eating or drinking
Appearance: Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Odor: Mild fatty or amine-like scent
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH (1% solution): Approximately 6.0 - 8.0
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Not determined, remains liquid at room temperature
Boiling Point: Above 250°C
Flash Point: Above 200°C (open cup)
Evaporation Rate: Negligible
Flammability: Not classified as flammable liquid
Vapor Pressure: Very low at ambient temperature
Solubility: Dispersible in water, soluble in alcohols
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Above 300°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Thermal Decomposition: Releases hazardous gases at high temperatures including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides
Hazardous Reactions: May react with acids and oxidizers to release heat and toxic vapors
Incompatible Substances: Strong oxidizing agents, concentrated mineral acids
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Effects: Skin irritation, eye burns, respiratory tract irritation, gastrointestinal discomfort if swallowed
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure may cause dermatitis, prolonged inhalation may cause lung effects
Toxicity Data: LD50 (oral, rat) > 2000 mg/kg
Sensitization: Not classified as skin sensitizer
Environmental Effects: Low acute toxicity to aquatic organisms, possible long-term impact on aquatic life with high or repeated exposure
Persistence and Degradability: Slow biodegradability in natural environments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Expected to bind to soil components
Ecotoxicity: LC50 aquatic species (fish) > 50 mg/L (estimated)
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations, incinerate or treat at an approved chemical waste facility, avoid release to environment
Container Disposal: Rinse container, avoid reuse for food or beverage, send to authorized recycler or incinerator
Special Precautions: Do not dispose of with household garbage or through wastewater systems
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Keep container closed and upright during transport, prevent tipping or leaking
Global Chemical Inventory Listings: Listed on TSCA (US), DSL (Canada), REACH (EU), ENCS (Japan), AICS (Australia)
Labeling: Follows OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, contains hazard statements and pictograms
SARA Title III (302/304/311/312): Not listed as hazardous substance
California Proposition 65: This product does not contain substances listed
Other Applicable Laws: Always comply with federal, state, and local regulations for storage, handling, and disposal
