Product Name: Lauryl Amine Polyoxyethylene Ether
Chemical Family: Nonionic surfactant
Recommended Use: Wetting agent, emulsifier, detergent
Supplier: Manufacturer or distributor information listed on shipping papers
Emergency Phone: Emergency contact on product label or shipping documents
Synonyms: Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Amine Ether, POE Lauryl Amine
Molecular Formula: C12H25N(C2H4O)x
CAS Number: 3055-97-8 or as specified by certificate of analysis
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport under most conditions
Classification: Eye irritation, Category 2; Skin irritation, Category 2
Label Elements: Corrosive pictogram; Exclamation mark pictogram
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and serious eye irritation; May be harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection; Wash skin thoroughly after handling; If in eyes: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes; Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do
Chemical Name: Lauryl Amine Polyoxyethylene Ether
Concentration: 85–100% by weight
Other Ingredients: Water (<5%), trace impurities with no significant health hazard
CAS Number: 3055-97-8
EINECS/ELINCS: 221-300-8
Impurities: None expected above relevant thresholds for safety disclosure; does not contain regulated carcinogens or mutagens
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist such as coughing, throat irritation
Skin Contact: Immediately wash exposed area with plenty of soap and water; remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse; get medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open; remove contact lenses if present; seek medical advice, especially with redness or pain
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; contact poison control center or physician for instruction
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: May emit toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Avoid inhalation of combustion products, keep drums cool by spraying with water if exposed to heat
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, goggles
Environmental Precautions: Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground
Spill Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material such as sand or earth, place in suitable container for disposal; ventilate area to disperse vapors
Decontamination: Wash spill area with water after pickup is complete; avoid using acidic or alkaline cleaning agents
Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation; avoid eye and skin contact; wear recommended PPE; keep containers tightly closed when not in use
Storage Conditions: Store in a well-ventilated, cool, dry place; keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and bases; store away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and bases may react with product
Packaging: Use suitable high-density polyethylene or stainless steel containers to avoid corrosion
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate local exhaust ventilation; use closed systems for transfer where practical
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established permissible exposure limit (PEL) found for this material; consult national and regional requirements
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene); splash-proof goggles; long-sleeved protective clothing or coveralls; approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse; do not eat, drink, or smoke in areas where product is handled
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Faint, characteristic amine-like odor
pH: Around 7 (1% aqueous solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: ~ -10°C
Boiling Point/Range: Over 200°C
Flash Point: >120°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Negligible at ambient temperature
Solubility (Water): Readily soluble
Vapor Pressure: Low (less than 1 mmHg at 20°C)
Density: Approximately 0.98-1.01 g/cm3 at 20°C
Viscosity: Moderate, higher than water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Data not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged heating above 60°C, exposure to light and air over extended periods
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, and alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic fumes including oxides of nitrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, amines
Reactivity: Does not polymerize; can react vigorously with strong oxidizers
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): expected ~2000–5000 mg/kg; low acute toxicity
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate irritation on prolonged or repeated contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause serious eye irritation including redness and pain
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected to be a respiratory sensitizer
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenicity from available studies
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, OSHA, NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: No information suggesting risk based on chemical structure and data
Target Organ Toxicity: Prolonged exposure can cause skin, eye, and mucous membrane irritation
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified as aspiration hazard
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms at high concentrations; LC50 (fish, 96hr): estimated 1–10 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable with proper wastewater treatment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation according to structure and physicochemical properties
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Not expected to cause long-term adverse environmental effects under normal conditions of use
Waste Handling: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, national, and international laws
Unused Product: Dispose as chemical waste through authorized facility
Packaging: Triple rinse containers before recycling or discarding; do not reuse containers for other purposes
Sewage Disposal: Avoid discharge to municipal sewers without proper treatment
UN Number: Not regulated as a dangerous good by ADR/RID/IMDG/IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Lauryl Amine Polyoxyethylene Ether (for information purposes)
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Avoid container damage or leaks in transit; keep away from incompatible goods such as strong oxidizers and acids; check local requirements for bulk transit
US TSCA: Listed on the Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
EU REACH: Registered or pre-registered as required by import volume
Labeling: Complies with GHS/CLP rules for labeling and packaging in manufacturing and distribution channels
Other Regulatory Status: No chemicals subject to SARA Title III reporting in significant concentrations; does not contain California Prop 65-listed components; compliance with OSHA, WHMIS, and other workplace safety standards should be reviewed based on jurisdiction and use
