Product Name: Fatty Acid Chlorides, C12-18 (Even Numbered) And C18 Unsaturated, Reaction Products With Sodium N-Methyltaurinate
SYNONYMS: Alkyl (C12–C18) Chlorides, C18 Unsaturated, Sodium N-Methyltaurinate Derivatives
CAS Number: Combination product – specific composition varies
Manufacturer Contact: Provided through supplier documentation
Recommended Uses: Surfactant, interfacial agent, formulation aid in personal care products, textiles, and cleaning products
Emergency Telephone: Refer to supplier’s emergency protocols
Classification: Skin Corrosive (category 1B), Eye Damage (category 1), Acute Toxicity Oral (category 4)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; Harmful if swallowed; May cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: Corrosive, Exclamation mark
Precaution Statements: Avoid breathing dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors, or spray; Wash skin thoroughly after handling; Wear protective gloves and face protection
Active Ingredients: Fatty Acid Chlorides C12–C18 (even-numbered and C18 unsaturated), Sodium N-Methyltaurinate
Concentration Range: Fatty Acid Chlorides 50–80%, Sodium N-Methyltaurinate 20–40%
Impurities: Trace residual fatty acids, chlorinated byproducts, water ≤2%, sodium chloride ≤0.5%
Specific CAS Numbers: Individual ingredients can vary in batch composition
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air; seek immediate medical attention if irritation or symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; Wash skin thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical advice for burns or persistent pain
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes; keep eyelids open; get medical help without delay
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water; do not induce vomiting; seek emergency medical care immediately
Most Important Symptoms: Severe irritation, burns to skin and eyes, respiratory tract discomfort, gastrointestinal distress if ingested
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray (avoid high-pressure water jet)
Unsuitable Media: High-pressure water jets which may spread corrosive materials
Specific Hazards: Decomposition in fire may release toxic chlorine and hydrogen chloride gases
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemically resistant clothing
Advice for Firefighters: Combat fire from upwind position; avoid breathing vapors or gases from combustion; use water spray to cool exposed containers
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area if necessary; avoid contact with liquid and vapours; use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) like chemical goggles, gloves, protective boots
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if it can be done without risk; do not let product enter drains or waterways
Containment Methods: Contain spillage using sand, earth, or inert absorbent material
Cleanup Methods: Scoop up liquid and collect in suitable neutral, corrosion-resistant containers for disposal; wash surface with large amounts of water post-collection
Disposal: Dispose collected material according to local regulations for corrosive chemical waste
Protective Measures: Handle only in well-ventilated zones; avoid direct physical contact; always use PPE
Safe Handling Advice: Prevent eye and skin contact; avoid inhaling dust, mist, or vapor; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, reactive chlorinating agents
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; tightly closed corrosion-resistant containers; separate from food, feed, and incompatible chemicals
Special Precautions: Monitor for vapor buildup; prevent moisture entry to avoid hydrolysis
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, chemical fume hood, eyewash stations, emergency showers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific workplace exposure limits currently set for mixture; handle as corrosive substance
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirator for organic vapors or air-purifying respirator depending on exposure
Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves such as nitrile, butyl rubber
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles plus full-face shield
Skin Protection: Acid-resistant suit or apron, boots
Hygiene Measures: Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in work area; wash hands before eating; remove contaminated clothing immediately and clean before reuse
Appearance: Pale yellow to brown liquid or pasty form, may solidify at lower temperatures
Odor: Faint fatty or soap-like odor, may have chlorine note
pH: Alkaline to mildly acidic (varies with composition and dilution)
Melting/Freezing Point: Typically below room temperature; exact value depends on blend
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Over 100°C
Solubility: Dispersible in water but may hydrolyze; soluble in alcohols and certain nonpolar organic solvents
Density: About 1.04 – 1.09 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Low under ambient conditions
Partition Coefficient: Single value unavailable owing to mixture; ingredients have positive log Kow values
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended transport and storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with water, acids, or moist air, liberating hydrochloric acid and heat
Hazardous Reactions: Violent reaction possible with oxidizers, acids, and bases
Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, chlorine, carbon oxides, sulfur oxides
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture exposure, excessive heat, incompatible compounds
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin, eye, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed; can cause severe burns to skin or eyes
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact leads to dermatitis or respiratory irritation
Sensitization: Sensitization reactions in rare cases
Carcinogenicity: No ingredients listed as known carcinogens by IARC, NTP or OSHA
Symptoms of Overexposure: Pain, redness, swelling, possible chemical burns, upper respiratory discomfort
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms even at low concentrations
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility, may migrate if spilled
Persistence and Biodegradability: Component fatty acid derivatives show moderate to slow biodegradation
Bioaccumulation Potential: C12–C18 moieties may bioaccumulate to some extent
Other Adverse Effects: Product alters water pH and may cause harmful long-term effects to aquatic habitats
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in compliance with local, state, and national regulations governing hazardous waste
Disposal Containers: Use corrosion-resistant, clearly labeled containers
Incineration: Permitted in chemical incinerator equipped with scrubbers; do not allow to reach surface waters
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly; treat as hazardous; do not reuse for food or drink
Additional Advice: Consult waste disposal authority for guidance; do not flush to sewer
UN Number: 3265
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Acidic, Organic, N.O.S. (contains Fatty Acid Chlorides and Sodium N-Methyltaurinate)
Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive)
Packing Group: II or III, depending on dilution
Hazard Labels: Corrosive
Special Precautions: Avoid container breach; always transport in upright position
Transport in Bulk: Regulated under MARPOL Annex II and IBC Code for ships
DOT, ADR, IMDG, IATA Classifications: Follow regulations for corrosive organic mixtures under international and domestic law
OSHA: Corrosive; meets OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: Product falls under TSCA regulations, components are either listed or exempt
SARA Title III: No SARA Section 302 extremely hazardous substances; may trigger 311/312 due to acute health hazard
REACH Status: Substance or mixture registration or exemption status should be confirmed with supplier
Other National Inventories: Ingredients appear on DSL (Canada), EINECS/ELINCS (Europe), AICS (Australia) status confirmed by supplier
Labeling: GHS-harmonized and compliant with US, EU, and other major jurisdictions
