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Cyclohexylamine

Synonyms & Trade Names
Aminocyclohexane, Aminohexahydrobenzene, Hexahydroaniline, Hexahydrobenzenamine
CAS No.
108-91-8
RTECS No.
GX0700000
DOT ID & Guide
2357 132
Formula
C6H11NH2
Conversion
1 ppm = 4.06 mg/m3
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
†: none
Measurement Methods

NIOSH 2010;
OSHA PV2016
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless or yellow liquid with a strong, fishy, amine-like odor.
MW:
99.2
BP:
274°F
FRZ:
0°F
Sol:
Miscible
VP:
11 mmHg
IP:
8.37 eV
Sp.Gr:
0.87
Fl.P:
88°F
UEL:
9.4%
LEL:
1.5%
Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, organic compounds, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, acids, lead [Note: Corrosive to copper, aluminum, zinc & galvanized steel.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; skin sensitization; cough, pulmonary edema; drowsiness, dizziness; diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0245
 

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