Dimethyl capramide
Synonyms
Decanamide, N,N-dimethyl-;
N,N-Dimethyldecan-1-amide;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 14433-76-2
EINECS: 238-405-1
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C12H25NO; C12H25N1O
Molecular Weight: 199.33
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Solubility insoluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
800mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intravenous LD50 |
40mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit intraperitoneal LD50 |
2000mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit intravenous LD50 |
29mg/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent dispersing, emulsifying, lubricating abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as dispersing agent, emulsifying agent.
Use as lubricant.
2, Personal care products
Emulsion stabilizer, solvent in personal care products.
Further information:
(1), In accordance with Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition) of China, be included in the restricted components. Maximum concentration of secondary amine is 0.5% in products.
Do not use with nitrosating systems.
In raw materials, maximum secondary amine content is 5%.
Maximum nitrosamine content is 50μg/kg.
The container is nitrite-free.
(2), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) No 1223/2009, directive 2003/83/EC, be included in Annex III/60. Maximum concentration of secondary amine is 0.5% in products.
Do not use with nitrosating systems.
In raw materials, maximum secondary amine content is 5%.
Maximum nitrosamine content is 50μg/kg.
The container is nitrite-free.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 14433-76-2, Dimethyl capramide
Update: 20130917(1); 20190811(2);