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Diethylenetriamine | CAS 111-40-0 | ||
(NH2CH2CH2)2NH | RTECS IE1225000 | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names N-(2-Aminoethyl)1,2-ethanediamine; bis(2-Aminoethyl)amine; DETA; 2,2'-Diaminodiethylamine |
DOT ID & Guide 2079 154 |
Exposure Limits |
NIOSH REL: TWA 1 ppm (4 mg/m3) [skin] | ||
OSHA PEL�: none | |||
IDLH N.D. | Conversion 1 ppm = 4.22 mg/m3 |
Physical Description Colorless to yellow liquid with a strong, ammonia-like odor. [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air).] |
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MW: 103.2 |
BP: 405°F |
FRZ: -38°F |
Sol: Miscible |
VP: 0.4 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 0.96 |
Fl.P: 208°F |
UEL: 6.7% |
LEL: 2% |
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Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200�F. | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Oxidizers, strong acids, cellulose nitrate [Note: May form explosive complexes with silver, cobalt, or chromium compounds. Corrosive to aluminum copper, brass & zinc.] |
Measurement Methods NIOSH 2540; OSHA 60 |
Personal Protection & Sanitation Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: No recommendation Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Water flush immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations To be added later | |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane, upper respiratory system; dermatitis, skin sensitization; eye, skin necrosis; cough, dyspnea (breathing difficulty), pulmonary sensitization | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
See also: INTRODUCTION |