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Material Safety Data Sheet
2-(Hexamethyleneimino)ethanol
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: 2-(Hexamethyleneimino)ethanol
Catalog Numbers: 13549-0000, 13549-0500
Synonyms:
Company Identification: Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium
Company Identification: (USA)Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in the US, call: 800-ACROS-01
For information in Europe, call: +32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Number, Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
Emergency Number US:201-796-7100
CHEMTREC Phone Number, US: 800-424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe: 703-527-3887
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# Chemical Name: % EINECS#
20603-00-3 2-(Hexamethyleneimino)ethanol 95% 243-915-2
Hazard Symbols: C
  
Risk Phrases: 21/22 34
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye burns.
Skin: Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes skin burns.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation: Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 20603-00-3:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Viscous liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: Not available
pH: Not available
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Viscosity: Not available
Boiling Point: 114 - 115 deg C @23mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available
Explosion Limits: Lower:Not available
Explosion Limits: Upper:Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Solubility in water: Not available
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.059
Molecular Formula: C8H17NO
Molecular Weight: 143.23
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 20603-00-3: None listed
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available.
Carcinogenicity: 2-(Hexamethyleneimino)ethanol - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Other: Do not empty into drains.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
IATA IMO RID/ADR
Shipping Name: AMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.* AMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. AMINES, LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 8 8 8
UN Number: 2735 2735 2735
Packing Group: III III III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 20603-00-3: Not available
Canada
US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 20603-00-3 is not listed on the TSCA Inventory. It is for research and development use only.
Section 16 - Other Information
MSDS Creation Date: 7/16/1996
Revision #1 Date 3/23/2005
Revisions were made in Sections: General revision.

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantibility or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
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