Chemical Name: Fatty Amine Ethoxylate
Trade Names: Varied, depending on supplier
Synonyms: Amine ethoxylates, Alkylamine polyoxyethylene ether
CAS Number: Range for fatty amine alkoxylates, typically 61791-26-2
Recommended Use: Surfactant for industrial, cleaning, agricultural, textile, and oilfield applications
Manufacturer: Listed on container or documentation
Emergency Contact: Refer to national poison control center and company emergency telephone number
Address for Supplier: Refer to packaging or safety notice
Product Description: Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid, faint amine odor
Restrictions on Use: Not recommended for pharmaceutical or food applications
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation), Skin Irritation, Eye Damage, Aquatic Toxicity
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes eye damage, toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, corrosion, environment
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Precaution Codes: H302, H315, H318, H411
Known Effects: Burning of eyes and skin, possible central nervous system effects if inhaled or ingested, environmental risk (aquatic environment)
High-Risk Activities: Transferring large quantities, use in confined spaces, accidental spills, mixing with incompatible chemicals
Label Elements: Supplier's label, precautionary statements for storage and disposal, indication of non-consumer usage
Substance: Mixture of fatty amine and ethylene oxide adducts
Main Components: Fatty alkyl amines (C12-C18, variable chain length), ethylene oxide groups number varies (3–20 moles)
Typical Content: Fatty amine component 60–80%, Polyoxyethylene chain component 20–40%
Impurities: Unreacted ethylene oxide (<1%), unreacted fatty amine (<1%)
Other Trace Materials: Water (<1.5%), minor secondary amines (<0.5%)
Stabilizers, Additives: Not typically used
Chemical Formula: R-NH-(CH2CH2O)nH, where R = fatty alkyl chain (variable)
Inhalation: Move to open air, ensure airway clear, provide oxygen if breathing difficult, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately, flush skin thoroughly with water, use mild soap, consult physician for irritation or burns
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses after initial rinse, call poison control if irritation or damage is suspected
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, never give anything by mouth if victim unconscious, obtain immediate medical help
Symptoms and Effects: Skin redness, scaling, eye pain or vision changes, cough, headache, nausea
Flammability: Non-flammable liquid, but combustion possible in fire
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water fog, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct, high-pressure water stream (may spread chemical)
Combustion Hazards: Emits toxic fumes: nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia
Firefighting Instructions: Wear chemical-resistant gear, self-contained breathing apparatus, avoid inhaling fumes, keep run-off contained to prevent environmental release
Explosion Hazards: None under normal conditions; containers may rupture under intense heat
Special Procedures: Evacuate area, keep upwind, cool exposed containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, chemical-resistant goggles, impervious clothing, avoid breathing mists
Emergency Procedures: Prevent access by untrained personnel, ventilate area, eliminate ignition sources
Cleanup Methods: Absorb spill with sand, dirt, or universal binder, transfer to proper waste container, clean residues with plenty of water while preventing run-off into drains
Environmental Precautions: Block entry to waterways, notify environmental authorities in case of significant release
Decontamination: Use suitable detergent, wash down spill zone after material removed
Safe Handling: Use local exhaust in poorly ventilated areas, keep away from eating, drinking, or smoking zones
Hygiene Controls: Wash hands after handling, do not touch face or exposed skin, remove contaminated clothing before leaving work area
Storage Conditions: Store in airtight, non-reactive containers, sheltered from sunlight and moisture, interior temperatures between 5–30°C
Incompatibilities: Avoid acids, strong oxidizers, halogen compounds
Precautionary Containment: Use secondary containment trays or dikes for large storage
Segregation: Store separately from oxidizing agents and foodstuff storage areas
Engineering Controls: Ventilate with local exhaust systems, ensure eyewash stations and safety showers nearby
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile or neoprene gloves, chemical splash goggles, face shield in event of large volume transfer, protective apron, boots
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirators for mists or inadequate ventilation
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not assigned, use supplier recommendations or internal guidelines
Environmental Controls: Prevent drainage to soil, sewer, or surface water
Appearance: Pale yellow to amber clear viscous liquid
Odor: Mild amine, sometimes greasy
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH (1% Solution): 8–11 (moderately basic)
Melting/Freezing Point: <10°C (varies by chain length)
Boiling Point/Range: >200°C (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: >130°C (closed cup, non-flammable but combustible at high temp)
Evaporation Rate: Low
Flammability (solid, gas): Not classified
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Not set
Vapor Pressure: <0.01 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: No reliable data
Solubility: Miscible with water, soluble in alcohols, insoluble in most hydrocarbons
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): 2–5 (estimated range)
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 270–320°C
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Viscosity: 50–250 mPa·s at 25°C
Stability: Stable under normal handling and recommended storage
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning produces nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, ammonia, hydrocarbons
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids, strong oxidizers
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, freezing, direct sunlight, contact with incompatible chemicals
Incompatibilities: Strong acids (nitric, sulfuric), oxidizing agents (chlorine bleach, peroxides), materials reactive with amines (anhydrides, isocyanates)
Acute Toxicity (Oral): LD50 (rat) 500–2000 mg/kg, depending on ethoxylation degree
Acute Toxicity (Dermal): Slightly toxic, LD50 (rabbit) >2000 mg/kg
Inhalation Exposure: No reliable data, avoid aerosol exposure
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes skin irritation, redness, sometimes chemical burns
Eye Effects: Severe irritation or eye damage, potential for irreversible injury
Chronic Exposure Risks: Prolonged contact causes dermatitis, long-term inhalation rare but may aggravate asthma
Sensitization: Not a confirmed sensitizer, but amine derivatives can trigger reactions in sensitive workers
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC, OSHA, ACGIH, or NTP
Mutagenicity: Genetic toxicity not demonstrated in available studies
Reproductive Toxicity: Adverse effects in animal studies only at high doses far above industrial exposures
Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: LC50 (fish, 96h) 1–10 mg/L, EC50 (daphnia, 48h) 1–10 mg/L
Toxicity to Algae: EC50 0.2–2 mg/L (very toxic)
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions, but persists in low-oxygen environments
Bioaccumulation: Moderate potential, but rapid breakdown in surface waters
Mobility in Soil: Limited data, likely moderate; strong adsorption to organic matter slows migration
Other Adverse Effects: Harmful impact on mucus membranes and gills of aquatic organisms
Considerations: Small quantities released locally may cause foaming, block oxygen transfer, kill fish or invertebrates
Waste Disposal Methods: Collect residual product and contaminated absorbents in sealed, approved chemical waste containers
Disposal by Sewage: Do not release to drains, watercourses, or soil
Preferred Technique: High-temperature incineration at licensed facility with emissions controls
Local Regulations: Comply with national, regional, and local hazardous waste directives
Rinsate Disposal: Dispose in accordance with regulatory requirements; avoid dilution that bypasses treatment
Packaging Disposal: Rinse thoroughly, puncture, consign to authorized drum recycler or chemical waste contractor
UN Number: 3082
UN Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S. (contains Fatty Amine Ethoxylate)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Environment (Fish and tree symbol), Miscellaneous hazard symbol
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Precautions for User: Avoid release in transit, transport in secure containers, follow spill response protocols
Transport by Road/Rail: ADR/RID regulated
Transport by Air: IATA regulated, limit package quantities
Transport by Sea: IMDG code, mandatory for marine pollutant declaration
Classification: According to EC Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP), GHS system
Inventory Listings: U.S. TSCA, EU REACH, Canadian DSL, Australia AICS, Japan ENCS
Hazard Symbols: Irritant, dangerous to environment, depending on jurisdiction
Right-to-Know Components: Listed in U.S. SARA 313, hazardous substance lists
REACH Registration: Registerable substance in Europe if imported or produced >1 tonne/year
Labelling Requirements: Supplier label with warnings, pictograms, instructions for usage, handling, emergency measures
Worker Protection Laws: OSHA (U.S.), COSHH (UK), WHMIS (Canada)
Community and Environmental Release Laws: Seveso III Directive (EU), Water Hazard Class 2 or 3 (Germany), regional notification required for large releases
