Product Name: N-Tridecane
Chemical Formula: C13H28
Synonyms: Tridecane, n-Tridecane, Dodecylmethane
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, solvent, chemical intermediate
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CAS Number: 629-50-5
Classification: Flammable liquids (Category 3), Aspiration hazard (Category 1)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor; May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Symbol: Flame, Health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames; No smoking; Wear protective gloves and eye protection; IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison center or doctor immediately; Do NOT induce vomiting
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Physical Hazards: Can form explosive mixtures with air
Substance: N-Tridecane
CAS Number: 629-50-5
EC Number: 211-096-0
Concentration: 100%
Impurities: No significant impurities relevant for classification reported
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; Give artificial respiration if breathing stops; Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; Rinse mouth; Seek medical care immediately; Risk of chemical pneumonia
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; Wash skin with plenty of soap and water; If irritation develops, obtain medical advice
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes; Remove contact lenses if present; Seek medical attention if irritation continues
Notes for Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively; Risk of aspiration pneumonia
Suitable Extinguishing Media: CO2, dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Water jets
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air; Containers may rupture in heat
Firefighter Protection: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Special Information: Isolate area and keep unauthorized personnel out; Cool containers exposed to flames with water spray
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area; Avoid breathing vapors; Ventilate area; Remove all sources of ignition; Use personal protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry to waterways, drains, or soil; Notify authorities in case of large spills
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material such as sand or earth; Use non-sparking tools for cleanup; Place contaminated material in proper chemical waste containers
Decontamination: Wash spill site after material pickup is complete
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas; Ground and bond containers when transferring; Avoid inhalation and contact with skin or eyes; No smoking nearby
Storage: Store in tightly closed, properly labeled container; Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; Store away from oxidizers, heat, and open flames
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents
Advice on General Occupational Hygiene: Keep work clothes separate; Wash hands after handling
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for N-Tridecane
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or process enclosure
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, gasoline-like odor
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -6.5°C
Boiling Point: 235–237°C
Flash Point: 95°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Explosive Limits: Lower: 0.7%; Upper: 5.4% (V/V in air)
Vapor Pressure: 0.1 mmHg at 25°C
Vapor Density: 6.2 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.76 (water = 1)
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): 7.23
Auto-ignition temperature: 210°C
Decomposition temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and use conditions
Reactivity: Little reactivity under ordinary conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong oxidizers causing fire and explosion risk
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, sparks, static discharge
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >5000 mg/kg
Chronic Toxicity: No data for chronic toxicity; low toxicity expected from available data
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea; aspiration may cause chemical pneumonitis
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No available data
Reproductive Toxicity: No available data
Other Information: Repeated or prolonged contact can cause defatting and drying of the skin
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable under standard test conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: High (log Kow > 7)
Mobility in Soil: Low water solubility; likely to partition to soil and sediment
Other Adverse Effects: Risk of bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose through licensed waste contractor in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers may retain residue; handle as hazardous waste
Sewage Disposal: Do not allow to enter drains or watercourses
Special Precautions: Avoid release to the environment; wear proper PPE during disposal activities
UN Number: 1993
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (N-Tridecane)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant (but harmful to aquatic life; avoid release)
Special Precautions for User: Keep away from sources of ignition during transport; ensure tightly sealed and upright containers
Regulatory Information: Complies with applicable transport regulations for road, air, and sea
OSHA Status: Considered hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed on the TSCA Inventory
SARA Title III: Not subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Sections 302, 304, 311/312, and 313
CERCLA: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
WHMIS (Canada): Included as flammable liquid
Other International Regulations: Check local, regional, and national regulations for handling and restrictions
Label Elements: Use approved chemical container labels in the workplace for proper hazard communication
