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Ethylenediamine

Synonyms & Trade Names
1,2-Diaminoethane; 1,2-Ethanediamine; Ethylenediamine (anhydrous)
CAS No.
107-15-3
RTECS No.
KH8575000
DOT ID & Guide
1604 132
Formula
NH2CH2CH2NH2
Conversion
1 ppm = 2.46 mg/m3
IDLH
1000 ppm
See: 107153
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
: TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
Measurement Methods

NIOSH 2540;
OSHA 60
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless, viscous liquid with an ammonia-like odor. [fungicide] [Note: A solid below 47°F.]
MW:
60.1
BP:
241°F
FRZ:
47°F
Sol:
Miscible
VP:
11 mmHg
IP:
8.60 eV
Sp.Gr:
0.91
Fl.P:
93°F		 UEL(212°F): 12% LEL(212°F): 2.5%
Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong acids & oxidizers, carbon tetrachloride & other chlorinated organic compounds, carbon disulfide [Note: Corrosive to metals.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation nose, respiratory system; sensitization dermatitis; asthma; liver, kidney damage
Target Organs
Skin, respiratory system, liver, kidneys
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
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
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0269
 

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