Product Identification

Product Name

1-Hexadecylamine

Synonyms

1-Aminohexadecane
1-Hexadecanamine
Cetylamine
Hexadecan-1-amine
Palmitamin
Palmitylamine

CAS

143-27-1

Formula

C16H35N

Molecular Weight

241.46

EINECS

205-596-8

RTECS

ML9100000

RTECS Class

Reproductive Effector

Beilstein/Gmelin

1634065

Beilstein Reference

4-04-00-00818

EC Class

corrosive

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

43 - 46

Boiling Point

330

Vapor Pressure

0.0003 (25 C)

Density

0.7821 g/cm3 (60 C)

pKa/pKb

3.33 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

7.31

Heat Of Vaporization

56.4 kJ/mol

Usage

Used to make other chemicals.

Refractive Index

1.4414 (40 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Corrosive chemicals will destroy the membranes of the mouth, throat, and esophagus and, in addition, have a high risk of being aspirated into the victim's lungs during vomiting which increases the medical problems. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Transport the victim IMMEDIATELY to a hospital.

Inhalation

IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used.

Skin

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas.

Eyes

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

If Tyvek-type disposable protective clothing is not worn during handling of this chemical, wear disposable Tyvek-type sleeves taped to your gloves.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. Splash proof safety goggles should be worn while handling this chemical. Alternatively, a full face respirator, equipped as above, may be used to provide simultaneous eye and respiratory protection.

Exposure Effects

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

141

Fire Fighting

Fires involving this chemical can be controlled with a carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or Halon extinguisher.

Fire Potential

This chemical is combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Should a spill occur while you are handling this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with alcohol, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with alcohol to pick up any remaining material. Seal the absorbent paper, and any of your clothes, which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with alcohol followed by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminate area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

5

Incompatibilities

May react with oxidizing agents Incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides.

Stability

No data.

Transport Information

UN Number

3259

HS Code

2921 19 80

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

3259