MSDS information of N,N-Dimethylethanolamine

Basic properties of N,N-Dimethylethanolamine

Molecular Formula: C4H11NO
Synonyms: 2-(Dimethylamino)ethanol; Deanol; 2-Dimethylamine Ethanol;
Appearance: clear to pale yellow liquid
Molecular Weight:89.14
Density:0.888; Boiling Point:139 C; Melting Point:-70 C; Flash Point: 40 C
Storage Temperature: Flammables area
Solubility: miscible in water
Stability:Stable. Flammable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, copper, copper alloys, zinc, acids, galvanised iron. Hygroscopic.
EINECS: 203-542-8
CAS Registry Number: 108-01-0
Usage:Medication, catalyst

Potential Health Effects

Eye:Contact N,N-Dimethylethanolamine with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears). 
Skin: it may cause severe irritation and possible burns, may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. 
Ingestion: if ingest it , may cause burns to the digestive tract, may be harmful if swallowed. 
Inhalation: N,N-Dimethylethanolamine may cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. 
Chronic: Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. 

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. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes). 
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes. 
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. 
Inhalation:Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh airimmediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. 

Fire Fighting Measures

As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. 

In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT get water inside containers. For large fires, use water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. 

Handling and Storage 

Wash thoroughly after handlingN,N-Dimethylethanolamine (CAS NO:108-01-0) .Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep N,N-Dimethylethanolamineaway from heat, sparks and flame.

Store N,N-Dimethylethanolamine in a tightly closed container. Store it in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. Store protected from light. 

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