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2-N-DIBUTYLAMINOETHANOLICSC: 1418 (June 2002)
2-Di-N-butylaminoethyl alcohol
N,N-Dibutyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
N,N-Dibutylethanolamine
CAS #: 102-81-8
UN #: 2873
EC Number: 203-057-1

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Above 90°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames. NO contact with oxidizing agents.  Above 90°C use a closed system and ventilation.  Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide.   

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. Nausea. Convulsions. Dizziness. Laboured breathing. Pupillary constriction, muscle cramp, excessive salivation. Sweating. Unconsciousness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Skin burns. Pain. Redness. See Inhalation.  Protective clothing. Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 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 Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Shock or collapse. Abdominal cramps. Diarrhoea. Vomiting. See Inhalation.  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: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Separated from strong acids, oxidants, metals and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
2-N-DIBUTYLAMINOETHANOL ICSC: 1418
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with oxidants. Attacks many metals. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Decomposes on burning. This produces nitrogen oxides. 

Formula: C10H23NO / (C4H9)2NCH2CH2OH
Molecular mass: 173.3
Boiling point: 222-232°C
Melting point: -70°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.9
Solubility in water at 20°C: poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at ?°C: 3.4
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
Flash point: 90°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 165°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.5-0.9 


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 and skin. The vapour is irritating to the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in convulsions and respiratory failure. Cholinesterase inhibition. Exposure could cause death. Medical observation is indicated. The effects may be delayed. 

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

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.5 ppm as TWA; (skin); BEI issued 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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