Material Safety Data Sheet: Erucamide

Identification

Product Name: Erucamide
Chemical Name: Erucamide
Synonyms: (Z)-13-Docosenamide
CAS Number: 112-84-5
Recommended Use: Slip additive for plastics, lubricants in rubber manufacturing, anti-block agent in polyolefin films
Supplier: Refer to current packaging label for contact details
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center or dedicated line on supplier packaging

Hazard Identification

GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS standards
Physical Hazards: Can become slippery if spilled, may form combustible dust concentrations in air
Health Hazards: Possible mild skin and eye irritation from repeated or prolonged contact
Environmental Hazards: Harmful to aquatic organisms with long-term effects if released in large quantities
Signal Word: None required
Hazard Statements: Avoid creating dust clouds, wash carefully after handling, keep away from strong oxidizers
Precautionary Statements: Wear safety goggles and gloves, ensure adequate ventilation

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: Erucamide
Common Name: (Z)-13-Docosenamide
CAS Number: 112-84-5
Concentration: 98% or higher
Impurities: Minor amounts of other fatty acid amides (1.5% or less), free acids, unsaponifiable matter

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult medical care for irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, get medical advice if irritation remains
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, call poison control or physician
Acute/Delayed Symptoms: Skin and eye irritation can occur with direct, sustained exposure, rare allergic reactions possible in sensitive individuals

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitability of Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or foam
Specific Hazards: Dust may form explosive mixtures with air, melts and decomposes under intense heat, produces irritating smoke
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, various hydrocarbons
Additional Advice: Remove containers from fire zone, cool containers exposed to heat with water mist

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, goggles, and dust mask if airborne particles present, avoid breathing dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage, do not allow into drains or watercourses
Methods for Cleaning Up: Scoop or sweep into a dry container, vacuum with explosion-proof equipment, avoid creating dust
Disposal of Contaminated Material: Place in appropriate waste disposal containers according to national regulations

Handling and Storage

Handling: Operate in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust generation, avoid skin and eye contact, keep away from strong oxidizers
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated facility, keep containers tightly closed, segregate from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents
Packaging Materials: Use original packaging materials recommended by manufacturer, avoid direct sunlight and moisture

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limit: Not established for erucamide itself, treat dust as nuisance according to OSHA/ACGIH particulates not otherwise regulated (<10 mg/m³ inhalable fraction)
Engineering Controls: Provide exhaust ventilation, use local fume extraction to manage airborne dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, and dust mask (N95 or equivalent); use face shield in case of high dust
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid eating or drinking in work areas, launder contaminated clothing before reuse
Environmental Controls: Prevent spillage from entering drains or surface waters by using secondary containment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: White to off-white waxy solid
Odor: Mild, fatty or waxy odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable (insoluble in water)
Melting Point: 80–86°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flash Point: 229°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not highly flammable, supports combustion
Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive Limits: Not established
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 0.85–0.87 at 25°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohols and organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow = 7.8
Auto-Ignition Temperature: > 300°C
Decomposition Temperature: > 200°C
Viscosity: Not applicable (solid)

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions and storage
Possible Hazardous Reactions: None identified under normal uses, reacts with strong oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, generation of dust, contact with acids or oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, peroxides, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen compounds, hydrocarbons

Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritant to skin in some sensitive cases, chronic exposure may worsen symptoms
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause irritation or redness upon direct eye contact
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause sensitization
Carcinogenicity: No evidence in animal studies, not listed by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA
Other Health Effects: No systemic toxicity known with normal handling, ingestion of large amounts may cause digestive discomfort
Target Organ Effects: None expected from short-term use

Ecological Information

Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: Limited toxicity, LC50 (fish, 96h) > 100 mg/L, but solid form may physically affect aquatic animals
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions, estimated degradation half-life in soil: weeks to months
Bioaccumulative Potential: High log Kow suggests potential for bioaccumulation, actual harm uncertain due to poor water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, tends to adsorb to soil particles
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid unintentional spillage into surface waters to limit possible bioaccumulation in the ecosystem

Disposal Considerations

Recommended Disposal Methods: Collect and reuse whenever possible, otherwise dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national requirements
Waste Treatment Methods: Suitable for landfill or incineration by licensed waste management contractors
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse and recycle or dispose according to regulations, do not dump into water or soil
Prohibited Disposal: Do not drain to sewers, surface waters, or soil; avoid open burning or unregulated disposal

Transport Information

UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous material
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No (not classified)
Special Precautions: Prevent package rupture and dust generation during transport; keep separate from strong oxidizers, acids

Regulatory Information

OSHA Status: Not considered hazardous, general chemical hygiene recommended
TSCA Status: Listed on Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
REACH Status: Registered under REACH (EU Regulation 1907/2006)
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
WHMIS Classification: Not controlled
Other Local Regulations: Check specific country requirements regarding chemical reporting, labelling, and environmental release