Product Name: Bis-aminopropyl Dimethicone
Chemical Family: Organosiloxane polymer
Use: Ingredient for hair conditioners, shampoos, textile finishing agents
Synonyms: Amino-functional silicone fluid
Supplier Details: Manufacturer and distributor contact information must be listed according to local regulations; include phone number and address for emergencies.
Recommended Restrictions: Industrial and professional users only, avoid direct consumer sale when not appropriately diluted.
Classification: Typically not classified as hazardous under GHS, but can irritate eyes and skin on repeated or prolonged contact
Label Elements: May lack pictograms due to low toxicity, but precautionary statements for skin, eye, and environmental exposure still apply
Other Hazards: Slippery when spilled, can cause falls or slips
Main Routes of Exposure: Inhalation of mists and vapors (minimal under standard room conditions), skin and eye contact from handling
Potential Health Effects: Prolonged contact with skin can create mild irritation, rare allergic reaction may occur; ingestion can irritate digestive tract.
Chemical Identity: Bis-aminopropyl Dimethicone
Molecular Formula: C10H26N2O2Si3 (general structure representative)
Concentration: 100% or as supplied in solution (most commercial forms contain 20-50% in carrier solvent)
CAS Number: 68554-54-1
Impurities and Stabilizers: Low molecular weight siloxanes, minor water content, trace byproducts from manufacturing may occur in commercial blends.
Hazardous Components: Not containing reportable hazardous ingredients per OSHA, REACH, or WHMIS in supplied forms.
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air if respiratory discomfort develops after exposure to vapors or mist, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek attention for persistent rash or irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of clean water, lifting eyelids frequently, continue for several minutes and seek medical attention if stinging or redness develops
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth, give water if the person is fully conscious, contact a physician right away
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, mild irritation at high or intense contact, slippery feeling on the skin
Advice to Physician: Symptomatic treatment, observation for chemical irritation or allergic response.
Extinguishing Media: Water mist, CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Unsuitable Media: Strong water jet, may cause splattering of hot product
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, silicon dioxide, organic vapors (formaldehyde possible at high temperature or incomplete combustion)
Protective Equipment: Full protective suit and self-contained breathing apparatus for substantial fires involving chemical storage
Specific Hazards: Containers exposed to heat may rupture, slippery surfaces due to spilled product may hinder access
Special Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water spray, avoid inhalation of combustion products, surround spill with absorbent to prevent fire spread.
Personal Precautions: Isolate area, wear gloves and protective eyewear, prevent slips by blocking off affected sections
Environmental Precautions: Prevent run-off into drains, watercourses, and soil, alert local environmental authorities in case of significant spill
Cleanup Procedures: Absorb spill with inert materials such as sand or vermiculite, collect in waste drums for disposal, clean residue with mild detergent and water
Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations; do not hose large quantities to drains
Decontamination: Flushing surfaces with soapy water restores grip, ventilate area to remove any residual vapor from spilled solvents.
Safe Handling: Wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection, keep containers tightly closed, handle in a well-ventilated area
Hygiene Practices: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, wash thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Storage Conditions: Store in original or compatible container, cool, dry and well-ventilated location, avoid high humidity and non-compatible chemicals such as strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, strong acids, bases may cause exothermic reactions or degrade product
Storage Stability: Keep out of direct sunlight and away from temperature extremes, properly label container to avoid mix-up or unnecessary exposure.
Exposure Limits: Not established for Bis-aminopropyl Dimethicone-specific, use local workplace hygiene standards for general nuisance dust/vapor
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general room ventilation, maintain adequate airflow during mixing or transfer
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), goggles or face shield for splash protection, long sleeves and pants
Respiratory Protection: Not usually needed unless aerosol or fine mist present, then use NIOSH/MSHA-approved mask
Environmental Controls: Control access to processing area, provide eye-wash and safety shower stations close by.
Special Precautions: Minimize spills and splashes, wash hands before breaks or after handling, replace PPE that becomes contaminated or degraded.
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy viscous fluid
Odor: Mild, slightly amine/silicone-like
pH: 8–9 (as supplied or in 10% solution)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling, typically >200°C
Melting Point: Not applicable — remains liquid at room temperature
Flash Point: >100°C, varies by dilution and solvent mix
Evaporation Rate: Very low
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Insoluble in water, miscible with certain organic solvents
Density: About 0.97–1.1 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): High — expected to partition into organic phases
Decomposition Temperature: May release hazardous gases at >150°C
Viscosity: Highly viscous, >2,000 cP (varies with grade and temperature)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Reactivity: Does not react with most materials in typical workplace environments
Incompatible Materials: Powerful oxidizers, acids, bases, some metals may accelerate breakdown, flame or heat increases reaction risk
Hazardous Decomposition: Decomposes at high temperature to give off toxic fumes, silicones can release formaldehyde above 150°C
Polymerization: Does not polymerize dangerously by itself
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flame, mixing with incompatible chemicals, prolonged exposure to high humidity
Corrosivity: Not corrosive to metals or glass.
Acute Toxicity: Low oral, dermal, and inhalation hazard under normal handling, not known to be sensitizing
Skin Irritation: Mild, non-corrosive, repeated or prolonged exposure can produce dryness or redness
Eye Irritation: Can cause discomfort, redness, or watering especially from concentrated grades
Chronic Exposure: Long-term use in diluted form shows no carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic toxicity according to available studies
Ingestion: Large amounts may result in gastric discomfort
Sensitization: Rare cases of mild skin sensitization reported
Other Effects: No proven adverse effects on reproductive or developmental health at occupational exposure limits.
Aquatic Toxicity: Limited data, but silicone fluids tend to persist in sediment, not acutely toxic to aquatic organisms at typical release levels
Biodegradability: Slowly biodegradable, significant accumulation in sediment possible
Bioaccumulation: High potential due to molecular structure but low mobility
Environmental Persistence: Remains in the environment for extended periods
Mobility in Soil: Low, tends to bind strongly to soil and sediment particles
Other Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release to surface water, as high concentrations may disrupt surface tension and aquatic habitat.
Waste Treatment Methods: Treat as industrial chemical waste, incinerate in approved facility or landfill as permitted by local authorities
Product Disposal: Collect in paperwork-free chemical drums, mix with compatible absorbent if required, avoid disposal to public sewer or natural water bodies
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse only if local rules permit, otherwise dispose as hazardous chemical container
Regulations: Comply with local, state, and federal environmental laws for chemical waste
Precautions: Do not incinerate closed containers; use professional waste contractor where required.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport under ADR, IMDG, IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous for road, sea, or air transport
Packaging Group: Not applicable — non-hazardous status
Special Precautions: Containers should be tightly sealed to prevent leaks, label drums with content identity for traceability
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant by IMDG code
Transport in Bulk: Use compatible lined tanks or original drums.
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Listed or registered under global chemical inventories including TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, DSL/NDSL, AICS
US Regulations: Not a hazardous chemical as defined by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard;
EU Regulations: Non-hazardous under CLP; not subject to special REACH authorization or restrictions
Canada: Listed on DSL, not controlled under WHMIS
Labeling: Must state product identity, manufacturer, handling precautions, and emergency contact
Other: Consult local workplace safety standards for additional labeling and safe handling requirements.
