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DIMETHYLDIOCTADECYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 1296
April 2004
Distearyldimethylammonium chloride
Dimethyldistearylammonium chloride
1-Octadecane ammonium, N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecyl chloride
DODMAC
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CAS No: 107-64-2
RTECS No: BQ1923000
EC No: 612-162-00-5
    C38H80NCl
Molecular mass: 586.5

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION         FIRE FIGHTING   
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water in large amounts, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION      
 
EXPOSURE      
Inhalation Cough. Local exhaust or breathing protection. Fresh air, rest.
Skin Redness. Pain. Protective gloves. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns. Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Vacuum spilled material, OR sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles. Xi Symbol
N Symbol
R: 41-50/53
S: (2-)24-26-39-46-60-61

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STORAGE
   

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
POWDER

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic and corrosive fumes.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK not established.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the skin.


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes below melting point at 135°C
Density: 0.84 g/cm³ (at 88°C)
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: < 0.000001
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
 

IPCS
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Programme on
Chemical Safety
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