Ethylenediamine
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CAS
107-15-3
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NH2CH2CH2NH2
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RTECS
KH8575000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
1,2-Diaminoethane; 1,2-Ethanediamine; Ethylenediamine (anhydrous)
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DOT ID & Guide
1604 / 132
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL: TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
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IDLH
1000 ppm
See: 107153
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Conversion
1 ppm = 2.46 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless, viscous liquid with an ammonia-like odor. [fungicide] [Note: A solid below 47°F.]
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MW: 60.1
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BP: 241°F
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FRZ: 47°F
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Sol: Miscible
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VP: 11 mmHg
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IP: 8.60 eV
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Sp.Gr: 0.91
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Fl.P: 93°F
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UEL(212°F): 12%
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LEL(212°F): 2.5%
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Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong acids & oxidizers, carbon tetrachloride & other chlorinated organic compounds, carbon disulfide [Note: Corrosive to metals.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 2540; OSHA 60
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated/Daily
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash (>5%), Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH/OSHA
Up to 250 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode£
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with cartridge(s) providing protection against the compound of concern£
Up to 500 ppm:
(APF = 50) Any chemical cartridge respirator with a full facepiece and cartridge(s) providing protection against the compound of concern
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern
(APF = 50) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with a tight-fitting facepiece and cartridge(s) providing protection against the compound of concern£
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
(APF = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece
Up to 1000 ppm:
(APF = 2000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus
Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted canister providing protection against the compound of concern/Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation nose, respiratory system; sensitization dermatitis; asthma; liver, kidney damage
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Target Organs
Skin, respiratory system, liver, kidneys
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0269 |
