Synonym(s): Cetrimonium bromide, Cetyltrimethylammonium bromide
Formula: CH3(CH2)15N(CH3)3Br
Formula weight: 364.46
Purity: 98%
CAS Number: 57-09-0
UN Number: UN3077
Hazard Class: 9
Packing Group: III
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2923.90
Hazard Statements: H318-H302-H335-H315
Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation. Causes skin irritation.
Precautionary Statements: P280-P273-P305+P351+P338-P337+P313-P391-P501a
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Collect spillage. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Risk Phrases: 22-37/38-41-50/53
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: 26-36/37/39-57-60
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Form: White powder
Melting point: ca 245° dec.
Flash point: 244°(471°F)
Merck: 14,2025
EINECS: 200-311-3
MDL: MFCD00011772
RTECS: BQ7875000
Beilstein: 3598189