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2-DIETHYLAMINOETHANOLICSC: 0257 (June 2002)
N,N-Diethylethanolamine
2-Diethylaminoethyl alcohol
DEAE
CAS #: 100-37-8
UN #: 2686
EC Number: 202-845-2

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Above 52°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Above 52°C use a closed system and ventilation.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Nausea. Sore throat. Vomiting. Dizziness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.  Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Subsidiary Risks: 3; UN Pack Group: II 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. Cool. Dry. 
PACKAGING
 
2-DIETHYLAMINOETHANOL ICSC: 0257
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic gases of nitrogen oxides. Reacts with strong acids and strong oxidants. 

Formula: (C2H5)2NC2H4OH
Molecular mass: 117.2
Boiling point: 163°C
Melting point: -70°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.88
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 2.8
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 52°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 250°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.9-28
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.46  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is severely irritating to the skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 2 ppm as TWA; (skin).
MAK: 24 mg/m3, 5 ppm; peak limitation category: I(1); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: C; R: 10-20/21/22-34; S: (1/2)-25-26-36/37/39-45 

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