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Triethylenetetramine

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[Flash Point]

129
[Autoignition]

335
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Do NOT get water inside containers. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray. For large fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, or water spray. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
[Upper exp. limit]

7.2
[Lower exp. limit]

.7
[Fire Potential]

May burn but does not ignite readily.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Treat symptomatically and supportively. Get medical aid immediately.
[Inhalation]

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration.
[Skin]

Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Corrosives area. Do not store in metal containers. Keep containers tightly closed.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Wash clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated shoes.
[Inhalation]

May cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract with pain, burns, and inflammation. In rare instances, exposure may cause sensitization, resulting in inflammation of the mucous membranes and in eczematous eruptions.
[Skin]

Harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. May cause severe irritation and possible burns.
[Eyes]

Causes severe eye burns. Low vapor concentrations may cause a temporary visual disturbance known as 'blue haze' or 'halo vision'.
[Ingestion]

May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns.
[Hazards]

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards. May polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may pollute waterways. Substance may be transported in a molten form.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 21 34 43 52/53
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39 45 61
[UN (DOT)]

2259
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Wear an impervious apron.
[Respirators]

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
[Exposure Effects]

Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause sensitization dermatitis and possible destruction and/or ulceration. Repeated exposure may cause allergic respiratory reaction (asthma).
[Poison Class]

3
[Appearance]

Viscous, colorless to yellow liquid with an ammonia-like odor. Hygroscopic.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

12
[Boiling Point]

267
[Vapor Pressure]

0.009 (25 C)
[Density]

0.9817 g/cm3 (15 C)
[pKa/pKb]

3.93 (pKb)
[Partition Coefficient]

-1.88
[Heat Of Vaporization]

50.5 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-4541 kJ/mol
[Usage]

In detergents, synthesis of dyestuffs, pharmaceuticals.
[Vapor Density]

5.1
[Saturation Concentration]

<13 ppm (20 C)
[Refractive Index]

1.4986 (20 C)
[Product Name]

3,6-Diazaoctane-1,8-diamine
[Synonyms]

1,4,7,10-Tetraazadecane
3,6-Diazaoctane-1,8-diamine
N,N-bis(Aminoethyl)ethylenediamine
N,N'-Bis(2-aminoethyl)ethane-1,2-diamine
TETA
Trientine
[CAS]

"CASEN_112-24-3.htm">112-24-3
[Formula]

C6H18N4
[Molecular Weight]

146.24
[EINECS]

203-950-6
[RTECS]

YE6650000
[RTECS Class]

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

12,9796
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

605448
[Beilstein Reference]

4-04-00-01242
[EC Index Number]

612-059-00-5
[EC Class]

Harmful; Corrosive; Sensitising; Dangerous for the Environment
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.
[Disposal Code]

5
[Incompatibilities]

Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, oxidizing agents, chloroformates.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

2259
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

II
[HS Code]

2921 29 00