Coco Amine
| Formula: | General formula C₁₂–C₁₈H₂₅–₃₇N (mixture of primary aliphatic amines) |
| CAS Number: | 61788-46-3 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 271-657-0 |
| HS Code: | 29211990 |
| UN Number: | 2735 (for fatty amine solutions, corrosive classification may apply) |
| IUPAC Name: | Aliphatic primary amines, C12–C18 (coco alkyl) |
| Also Known As: | Coconut Amine; Cocoalkylamine; N-dodecyl/hexadecyl/octadecylamine mixture |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | Variable (typically 185–270 depending on chain length) |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Pale yellow to brownish liquid or paste |
| Odor: | Amine-like, fishy |
| Melting Point, °C: | 10–25 (depending on composition) |
| Boiling Point, °C: | >250 (decomposes) |
| Flash Point, °C: | >100 |
| Solubility: | Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohols, organic solvents |
| Purity, %: | ≥95 |
| Grades Available: | Technical, Industrial |
| Packaging: | 160kg drums, 800kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Intermediate in surfactant production (amines, amides, quaternary ammonium compounds)
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Used in fabric softeners, corrosion inhibitors, asphalt emulsifiers
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Ingredient in flotation agents for mineral processing
Secondary Applications
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Oilfield chemicals (emulsifiers, demulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors)
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Additive in lubricants and coatings
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Antistatic agents in plastics and textiles
End Industries Served: Textiles, Detergents, Oilfield, Lubricants, Water Treatment, Mining, Coatings, Plastics
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Corrosive (Category 1), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Dangerous for the Environment (Aquatic Chronic Category 2)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H302: Harmful if swallowed
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H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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H332: Harmful if inhaled
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H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P260: Do not breathe vapors/mist
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye/face protection
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P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED – rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting
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P273: Avoid release to the environment
Storage Conditions
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Store in cool, dry, ventilated area
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Keep container tightly closed
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Avoid contact with strong oxidizers and acids
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 8, UN2735, PG II
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IMDG: Class 8, UN2735, PG II
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IATA: Class 8, UN2735, PG II
Regulatory Information
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REACH Status (EU): Registered
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FDA Approval: Not approved for direct food use
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ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001 for manufacturing grade)
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Country Standards: Meets technical/commercial chemical standards depending on grade