N-(2-Aminoethyl)-1,2-ethanediamine; Diethylenetriamine

CAS 111-40-0 C₄H₁₃N₃ MW 103.2000 Danger
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Emergency: 911 | Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H302 Harmful if swallowed Acute toxicity, oral
H311 Toxic in contact with skin Acute toxicity, dermal
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Skin corrosion/irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction Sensitization, Skin
H318 Causes serious eye damage Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H330 Fatal if inhaled Acute toxicity, inhalation
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled Sensitization, respiratory
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child Reproductive toxicity

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
P301+P317 IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/...
P302+P361+P354 IF ON SKIN: Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P318 if exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label).
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P333+P317 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
P342+P316 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get emergence medical help immediately.
P361+P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Exposure Limits

NIOSH REL1 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless to yellow liquid with a strong, ammonia-like odor.

Boiling Point405°F
Flash Point208°F
Vapor Pressure0.4 mmHg
Specific Gravity0.96

NFPA 704 Diamond

1
3
0
Health Fire Reactivity

Target Organs

Lungs Skin

skin and respiratory irritation and sensitization

Synonyms

N-(2-aminoethyl)1,2-ethanediamine; bis(2-aminoethyl)amine; DETA; 2,2'-diaminodiethylamine

Data Sources

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