ICSC 1340 - BENZYLDIMETHYLAMINE

BENZYLDIMETHYLAMINE	ICSC: 1340 (October 1999)
N,N-Dimethylbenzenemethanamine N-Benzyldimethylamine Dimethylbenzylamine Benzyl-N,N-dimethylamine N-(Phenylmethyl)dimethylamine

CAS #: 103-83-3

UN #: 2619

EC Number: 203-149-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Above 57°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 57°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Pain. Redness. Blisters. Skin burns.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Pain. Redness. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Cautiously neutralize remainder. Then wash away 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, strong acids and food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

BENZYLDIMETHYLAMINE

ICSC: 1340

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. Reacts with acids. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.	Formula: C₉H₁₃N / C₆H₅CH₂N(CH₃)₂ Molecular mass: 135.2 Boiling point: 180°C Melting point: -75°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.9 Solubility in water, g/100ml: 1.2 (moderate) Flash point: 57°C o.c. Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.91

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. Reacts with acids. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.

Formula: C₉H₁₃N / C₆H₅CH₂N(CH₃)₂
Molecular mass: 135.2
Boiling point: 180°C
Melting point: -75°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.9
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 1.2 (moderate)
Flash point: 57°C o.c.
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.91

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the vapour may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the vapour may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: C; R: 10-20/21/22-34-52/53; S: (1/2)-26-36-45-61

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