Material Safety Data Sheet

Colonial CAPDMA
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Colonial Chemical, Inc. Emergency Telephone #
225 Colonial Drive 423/837-8800
S.Pittsburg, TN 37380 Chemtrec 800/424-9300
SECTION I – PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Name: Colonial CAPDMA File: CAPDMA
Product Class Cocamidopropyldimethylamine (INCI)
C.A.S. No.: 68140-01-2 EINECS: 268-771-8
Hazard Rating: Health – 2 Flammability – 2 Reactivity – 0

Direct Phone: 423/837-8800

THE CHEMTREC NUMBER IS TO BE CALLED ONLY IN THE EVENT OF CHEMICAL

EMERGENCIES INVOLVING A SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT
INVOLVING CHEMICALS.

Emergency Overview: May cause moderate eye and skin irritation.

SECTION II – HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Weight % PEL (ppm) TLV (ppm)
None

SECTION III – PHYSICAL DATA

Appearance: Clear liquid
Odor: Mild amine
Boiling Point: > 100°C @ 760 mm Hg
Specific Gravity: 0.98 –1.02 @ 25° C
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Melting Point: < 25°C
Vapor Pressure: < 0.01
pH: Approximately 9
SECTION IV – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (°F, closed cup): > 200° F
Flammable Limits: Not determined
Extinguishing Media: CO2, dry chemical for small fires, BC/ABC
extinguishers for large fires extinguishers. Use water to
cool fire exposed containers.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Do not direct a solid stream of water or foam into hot,
burning pools; this may cause frothing and increase fire
intensity. Remove all ignition sources. Wear self-
contained breathing apparatus and full protection gear
when entering confined areas.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Non-recognized
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SECTION V – REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon and nitrogen
SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Threshold Limit Value (ACGIH TLV): N/A
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): N/A
Carcinogenicity – NTP Monograph: OSHA: IARC:
Oral LD 50: 1.2 g/Kg (rat)
Ocular Irritation Studies (animal): Severe (rabbit)
Skin Contact: Irritant (rabbit)

Effects of Overexposure:
Eyes – Causes irritation, experienced as stinging and discomfort or pain.
Redness and swelling may occur.
Skin – Brief contact is not irritating. Prolonged contact may cause mild to
moderate local redness and irritation.
Ingestion – Small amounts transferred to the mouth by fingers during use should
not injure. Swallowing large amounts may injure slightly.
Inhalation – No irritation to respiratory passages are expected form relatively
short exposures of less than 8 hours.

First Aid:
Eye Contact -Immediately flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes. Consult physician if irritation persists.
Skin Contact- Remove and launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
Immediately flush with copious amounts of soap and water for at
least 5 minutes. If irritation persists, contact physician.
Ingestion - If appreciable quantities are swallowed, call a physician or Poison
Control Center immediately. Drink one or two glasses of water. Do not induce
vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation- Not an expected route of exposure. Remove to fresh air if vapors or
mists cause irritation or distress. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if
necessary. Contact physician.
SECTION VII – SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Not required
Ventilation: Not required – misting operations may require adequate
ventilation
Eye Protection: Chemical goggles
Protective Gloves: Impervious
Other Protection: Wear protective clothing to prevent skin contact
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SECTION VIII – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN THE EVENT OF A SPILL OR LEAK: Dike spill. Absorb with inert
material and collect for disposal. Flush area with water.
HANDLING AND STORAGE: Spilled material is quite slippery. Keep containers closed when
not in use.
SECTION IX – REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA: Listed in TSCA inventory.
Canadian DSL: Listed in DSL inventory
SECTION X – WASTE DISPOSAL
Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION XI – TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Proper Shipping Name: Liquid Soap N.O.S.
DOT Hazard class: None
UN Number: None
Packing Group: None

HEALTH 1
FLAMMABILITY 1
REACTIVITY 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION B

Colonial Chemical Inc. assigned HMIS ratings to this product based on the hazards of its
ingredient(s). Because the customer is most aware of the application of the product, they must
ensure that the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided consistent with the
information contained in the product MSDS. *
* This information is intended solely for the use of individuals trained in the particular hazard
rating system.

The above data is for information purposes only and is accurate to the best of Colonial Chemical,
Inc.’s knowledge. No guarantees or liabilities are expressed or implied.

REVISED 7-24-2006/J.STAFFORD