Product Name: Erucamide
CAS Number: 112-84-5
Synonyms: (Z)-Docos-13-enamide, 13-Docosenamide
Recommended Use: Slip agent in plastic films, lubricant, anti-block agent, surface treatment for packaging materials, and release agent in rubber processing
Supplier Contact: Emergency phone number available on shipping label; supplier details to be checked on product packaging
Emergency Overview: White to off-white waxy solid, mild or fatty odor, classified as a chemical for industrial use
Hazard Classification: Generally regarded as low hazard; GHS not classified as hazardous
Label Elements: No pictogram or signal word required
Health Hazards: Minimal irritation of eyes or skin with prolonged or repeated contact; ingestion may cause discomfort
Environmental Hazards: May persist in soil or water; not expected to cause acute environmental damage
Physical Hazards: Dust may form explosible mixture in air if processed as powder
Chemical Name: Erucamide
Chemical Formula: C22H43NO
Molecular Weight: 337.58 g/mol
Ingredient Purity: >98%
Impurities: Trace fatty acid amides or related byproducts possible
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if breathing becomes difficult
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting; get medical advice if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation or redness to eyes or skin from contact
Advice to Physicians: Treat symptomatically, no specific antidote available
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical
Special Hazards: May emit toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and carbon oxides under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Wear full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire-Fighting Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water spray; prevent runoff from entering drains
Explosion Risk: Dust buildup could present explosion hazard if dispersed in air
Personal Protection: Use chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, protective clothing
Environmental Protection: Avoid discharge into sewers, soil, or water systems
Spill Cleanup: Sweep up spilled material and place in containers for disposal; avoid raising dust
Decontamination: Wash spill area thoroughly with water and detergent for complete removal
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel and ventilate area
Handling Precautions: Use only with adequate ventilation; avoid breathing dust; minimize contact with skin and eyes
Safe Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers
Incompatibilities: Keep away from acids, alkalis, or oxidizing agents
Hygiene Recommendations: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limit established; use general dust threshold limits
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust ventilation to minimize dust creation
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses or goggles, impervious gloves, long sleeves, and NIOSH-approved dust mask when handling large quantities
Other Controls: Eye wash stations and emergency shower recommended in work area
Appearance: White to off-white waxy solid or powder
Odor: Mild, characteristic waxy or fatty odor
Melting Point: 81 - 85°C
Boiling Point: >200°C (decomposes)
Density: 0.82 - 0.85 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, ether, and many organic solvents
Flash Point: >200°C (closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Flammability: Not classified as flammable solid
Partition Coefficient: Log Pow >6
Auto-ignition Temperature: >300°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature and storage conditions
Reactivity: Unreactive with most substances under normal use
Hazardous Reactions: None known under recommended storage and handling
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide if burned
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity by oral, dermal, and inhalation routes; LD50 (oral, rat) >5000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation: Mild irritation possible with prolonged exposure
Eye Contact: Mildly irritating to eyes
Respiratory Effects: Dust may cause respiratory tract irritation
Sensitization: Not a known skin or respiratory sensitizer
Long-term Exposure: No evidence of carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic effects in available studies
Other Health Effects: No major systemic toxicity reported
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to be acutely toxic to aquatic life; LC50 (fish) >100 mg/L
Mobility: Low mobility in soil due to high molecular weight
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be slowly biodegradable; persistent in the environment without proper treatment
Bioaccumulation Potential: High potential for bioaccumulation due to Log Pow >6
Other Adverse Effects: No data suggest significant adverse effects on flora or fauna
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose as non-hazardous industrial waste; follow local, state, and federal regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse and recycle or dispose containers in accordance with local requirements
Prohibited Disposal: Do not allow the chemical or its solutions to enter drains, watercourses, or soil
Recommended Disposal: Incineration or landfill in certified facility where allowed by law
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name: Erucamide, chemical not otherwise specified
Marine Pollutant: Not listed as a marine pollutant
Special Transport Precautions: Avoid extreme heat and rough handling
OSHA Status: Not listed as hazardous
TSCA: Listed in United States TSCA inventory
REACH Registration (EU): Registered or exempted under REACH
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulations: Not subject to hazard labeling under GHS, WHMIS, or Australian SUSMP
Labelling Requirements: No signal word, no pictogram required under normal use circumstances
