TRIMETHYLAMINE

ICSC: 0206

TRIMETHYLAMINE
N,N-Dimethylmethaneamine
(cylinder)
(CH₃)₃N
Molecular mass: 59.1
CAS # 75-50-3
RTECS # PA0350000
ICSC # 0206
UN # 1083 (anhydrous)
EC # 612-001-00-9

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Extremely flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.	Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION	Gas/air mixtures are explosive.	Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Use reduced-sparking handtools.	In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water.

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE!
INHALATION	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Cough. Diarrhoea. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat.	Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN	Redness. Skin burns. 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. Severe deep burns.	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 take to a doctor.
INGESTION			Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Remove with fine water spray (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).

Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials (see Chemical Dangers). Cool.

F symbol
Xi symbol
R: 13-36/37
S: 16-26-29
UN Haz Class: 2.1

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ICSC: 0206

Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities Š IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

TRIMETHYLAMINE

ICSC: 0206

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The gas is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic gases (nitrous oxides). The substance is a medium strong base. Reacts violently with mercury causing fire and explosion hazard. Reacts violently with strong oxidants, such as chlorine.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV (as TWA): 10 ppm; 24 mg/m³; as STEL: 15 ppm; 36 mg/m³ (ACGIH 1992-1993).
MAK not established.

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The vapour is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Inhalation of vapour or fumes may cause lung oedema (see Notes). Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 3°C
Melting point: -117°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.6
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: miscible
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 220

Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.04
Flash point: Flammable Gas
Auto-ignition temperature: 190°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.0-11.6
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.27

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water 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. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.

Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-206
NFPA Code: H 3; F 4; R 0;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ICSC: 0206	TRIMETHYLAMINE
Š IPCS, CEC, 1993

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