Tetradecyldimethylamine

CAS: 112-75-4

Overview

Tetradecyldimethylamine (CAS 112-75-4 ) is a long-chain tertiary amine used as a chemical intermediate and functional surfactant across cleaning, personal care, and textile processing industries.

Its primary commercial value lies in conversion to quaternary ammonium compounds, amine oxides, and betaines. These downstream actives drive formulation performance in various industrial applications.

In home care and industrial cleaning, it serves as a precursor to quats and amine oxides used in fabric softeners and disinfectants. It is also essential for hard surface cleaners and detergents.

Personal care formulators use it to produce conditioning agents and foam boosters for shampoos and rinse-off products. Textile and leather processors apply it in surface modification treatments.

These treatments improve fiber wettability and dye uptake during the manufacturing process. It also functions as an emulsifier and dispersant in paper processing for uniform coating and sizing.

The chemical is supplied as a liquid, typically at high purity grades suited for industrial synthesis. Technical grade is the standard commercial offering, with purity specifications commonly at 95% or higher.

Packaging ranges from drums to IBC containers, reflecting its use as a bulk intermediate. This ensures efficient handling in continuous manufacturing processes and large-scale chemical production.

Physical Properties

Melting Point	-3°C
Boiling Point	105-110 °C @ Press: 0.1 Torr
Density	0.795 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Flash Point	131 °C
Appearance	Liquid
Color	Clear Colourless
Form	Oil
Vapor Pressure	0.02-9.4Pa at 20-50℃
Refractive Index	n 20/D 1.441
Log P	1.3-6.91 at 20℃ and pH7.1-8.8

Safety & Handling

Danger GHS05 GHS07 GHS09 GHS06 GHS08 Hazard Statements H302 Harmful if swallowed H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 Causes serious eye damage H319 Causes serious eye irritation H330 Fatal if inhaled H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H351 Suspected of causing cancer H370 Causes damage to organs H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400 Very toxic to aquatic life H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P284 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P317 Get emergency medical help. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label). P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P391 Collect spillage. P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P333+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P342+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P301+P330+P331 Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P361+P354 IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code	2921.19.6190
UN Number	2735
ADR Class	8
Packing Group	III
Storage Class	10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany)	3

Other Names

Industries

Home Care & Industrial Cleaning Personal Care & Cosmetics Textile, Leather & Paper