Taminco Higher Amines, Inc.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Triethylamine
Product Name:
(syn: TEA, ethanamine, N,N-diethyl-)
Product Use: Chemical Intermediate
Company: Taminco Higher Amines, Inc.
Two Windsor Plaza, Suite 411
7540 Windsor Drive
Allentown, PA 18195
For Emergencies Involving a Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure or Accident Contact CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 or 1-703-
527-3887 (International calls)
For Product Information: (800) 223-3258
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is a clear, colorless liquid with a fishy odor.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
DANGER!
Flammable liquid and vapor.
Corrosive.
Causes eye, skin and respiratory tract burns.
Harmful if absorbed through skin.
Harmful if swallowed.
Symptoms may be delayed.
May cause heart, lung, kidney, and/or liver damage.
Contact with the eyes or skin may cause severe irritation with possible burns. Inhalation of vapors may cause severe mucous
membrane and respiratory irritation, shortness of breath, chemical bronchitis and pulmonary edema. Symptoms may be delayed
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS# WT.%
Ethanamine, n,n- diethyl- 121-44-8 100
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
INGESTION: If conscious, rinse mouth with water, give one glass of water to dilute. DO NOT induce vomiting unless directed to
do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to a person who is unconscious or convulsing. Get immediate medical
attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush affected areas with running water for at 20 minutes or until no traces remain. Wash with soap
and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Get immediate medical attention
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and continue flushing for
at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Do not give mouth to mouth. If
breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Obtain immediate medical treatment for all cases of significant inhalation exposure.
Symptoms may be delayed for several hours.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: For large fires, use water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For small fires, use carbon dioxide, dry
chemical, dry sand or limestone powder.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Stop leak if it is safe to do so. Evacuate area of all non-emergency personnel.
Firefighters should wear full emergency equipment and NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
Fight fire from upwind and cool exposed intact containers and structures with water spray or stream at maximum range. Runoff
from fire control may cause pollution.
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UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: This product is extremely flammable and forms explosive mixtures with air.
Concentrated vapors are heavier than air and may flow along surfaces to remote ignition sources and flash back. Vapors may
collect in low areas. At elevated temperatures, containers may rupture due to pressure build-up. Decomposition and combustion
products may be hazardous.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Wear appropriate protective clothing as described in
Section 8 to prevent eye and skin contact and appropriate respirator to prevent overexposure. This product is extremely
flammable. Use special precautions against fire and explosion. Evacuate spill area and keep unprotected personnel away.
Eliminate all ignition sources and ventilate the area. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb with inert materials and place
into appropriate, sealed containers for disposal. Allow vapors to dissipate. Use non-sparking tools and equipment to collect. Use
water spray to disperse the vapors and protect personnel. For large spills, dike and transfer liquid to suitable containers for
disposal. Prevent material and washings from entering waterways. Report release as required by local and federal regulations.
SECTION 7: HANDLING and STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING: Protect containers from physical damage. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from heat and other sources of ignition. Storage of containers and bulk liquids should conform to
applicable regulations for flammable liquids. Keep product and vapors away from heat, direct sunlight, flames, sparks and all other
sources of ignition. Electrically bond and ground containers for transfer. Prevent contact with the eyes, skin and clothing. Do not
breathe vapors or mists. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only with adequate ventilation and appropriate protective clothing.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Keep containers tightly closed. Empty containers retain product residues and may be hazardous.
Follow all MSDS precautions in handling empty containers.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
INGREDIENTS CAS# EXPOSURE LIMITS
Triethylamine 121-44-8 1 ppm TWA ACGIH TLV skin
3 ppm STEL ACGIH TLV
25 ppm TWA OSHA PEL
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use NIOSH approved full face-piece respirator with ammonia/methylamine or organic vapor
cartridges if needed. For higher concentrations, an approved supplied air respirator (with escape bottle if required) or self-
contained breathing apparatus may be required. Selection of respiratory protection depends on the contaminant type, form and
concentration. Select in accordance with OSHA 1910.134 and good Industrial Hygiene practice.
VENTILATION: Provide adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to maintain concentrations below the exposure limits. Use
explosion-proof equipment where required.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Nitrile, viton or other impervious gloves are required. Impervious apron, boots and other clothing are
recommended if needed to prevent contact.
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical safety goggles and faceshield recommended to prevent eye contact unless a full-facepiece
respirator is worn.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: For operations where contact can occur, a safety shower and an eye wash facility should be
available.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Colorless liquid with a fishy odor. There is no odor threshold data available for this product.
BOILING POINT: 192oF / 89癈 SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20=1): 0.73
VISCOSITY: Not available
VAPOR PRESSURE (@ 21癈): 53.50 mmHg
VAPOR DENSITY (Air=1): 3.48 EVAPORATION RATE: Not available
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: 0.15 g/l COEFFICIENT of WATER/OIL: Not available
pH: 12.5 MELTING POINT: Not available
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FLASH POINT: 24.8 F / -4 C METHOD: Not available
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FLAMMABLE LIMITS: (vol % in air) Lower ?1.2/Upper ? AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: 449.6 F / 232 C
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SECTION 10: STABILITY and REACTIVITY
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STABILITY: This material is stable.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Avoid oxidizing agents, organic acids, mineral acids, alcohols and peroxides. Slowly corrodes copper, copper
alloys, aluminum, zinc and galvanized surfaces.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Thermal decomposition may yield carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitric acid,
nitrogen oxide and ammonia.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE CONTACT: Vapors may cause severe irritation and conjunctivitis with possible corneal edema. Contact may cause eye
burns and blindness. May cause temporary corneal edema causing the perception of a "blue haze" or "fog" around lights, which is
temporary.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause severe irritation or burning of the skin. Symptoms include itching and tingling of the skin, burning
sensation or ulcerations. Skin may feel slippery or soapy when chemical remains on the skin. May be toxic if absorbed through the
skin.
INHALATION: May cause respiratory and mucous membrane irritation with sneezing, coughing, shortness of breath, chemical
bronchitis dyspnea, and pulmonary edema. May be harmful if inhaled and may cause delayed lung injury. Risk of serious damage
to the lungs.
INGESTION: Ingestion may cause severe burns to the mouth and throat and may cause perforation of the esophagus and
stomach. Toxic if swallowed.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Prolonged or repeated skin contact with low concentrations may cause dermatitis.
May cause heart, lung, kidney, and/or liver damage based on studies with laboratory animals. Triethylamine has produced genetic
damage in mammalian cell cultures (rat bone marrow chromosomal aberration) but was not mutagenic in bacterial systems.
CARCINOGENICITY: None of the components is listed as a carcinogen or suspect carcinogen by NTP, IARC or OSHA.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Individuals with chronic eye, skin or respiratory disorders may be at
increased risk from exposure to this material.
TOXICOLOGY DATA:
Oral rat LD50: 460 mg/kg
Triethylamine
Dermal rabbit LD50: 0.57 ml/kg (416-420 mg/kg)
Inhalation rat LC50: 3496 ppm/1hr
Inhalation rat LC50: >1000 ppm/4hr
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
48 hour EC50 Daphnia magna: 200 mg/l
Ecotoxicity Values for Triethylamine:
48 hour LC50 Ceriodaphnia: 17 mg/l (static renewal)
96 hour LC50 Rainbow trout: 38 mg/l (flow-through)
96 hour LC50 Fathead Minnow: 43.7 mg/l
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations. This material is classified as
RCRA hazardous waste (U404) due to toxicity.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: UN1296, Triethylamine, 3 (8), PG II
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Flammable Liquid and Corrosive
LABELS REQUIRED (49CFR172.101): Flammable Liquid and Corrosive
UN NUMBER: UN1296
REPORTABLE QUANTITY: 5000 lbs. (2267.9 kg) for product
IMDG
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: UN1296, Triethylamine, 3 (8), II, FP -4癈
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Flammable Liquid and Corrosive
LABELS REQUIRED (49CFR172.101): Flammable Liquid and Corrosive
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UN NUMBER: UN1296
IATA
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: UN1296, Triethylamine, 3 (8), II
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Flammable Liquid and Corrosive
LABELS REQUIRED (49CFR172.101): Flammable Liquid and Corrosive
UN NUMBER: UN1296
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Corrosive, flammable, toxic, target organ effects
EPA SARA 311 HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Acute health, chronic health, fire hazard
SARA TITLE 111 SECTION 313 INFORMATION: The following chemical is regulated under SARA Title III, Section 313:
Triethylamine
CERCLA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE: Triethylamine
REPORTABLE QUANTITY: 5000 lbs. (Product: 5000 lbs.)
STATE R-T-K COMPOSITION INFORMATION
COMPONENT CAS # WT% PA NJ MA
Triethylamine 121-44-8 100 Y Y Y
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 INFORMATION: This product contains no California Proposition 65 regulated chemicals.
EPA TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: All chemical components are listed on TSCA inventory.
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Class B- Division 2 (Flammable Liquid), Class E ?Corrosive, Class D ?Division 1 ?Subdivision B
(Toxic material causing immediate and serious toxic effects), Class D ?Division 2 ?Subdivision B (Toxic materials causing other
chronic effects)
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT: All of the components of this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic
Substances List (DSL).
This MSDS has been prepared according to the criteria of the Controlled Products Regulation (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of
the information required by the CPR.
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES: All of the components of this product are listed on the AICS
inventory.
INVENTORY OF EXISTING CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES IN CHINA: All of the components of this product are listed on the Chinese
inventory.
EUROPEAN INVENTORY OF COMMERCIAL CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES: All of the components of this product are listed on the
EINECS inventory.
JAPAN METI: All of the components of this product are existing chemical substances as defined in the Chemical Substance
Control Law.
KOREAN EXISTING CHEMICAL LIST: All of the components of this product are listed on the KECL.
PHILIPPINE INVENTORY OF CHEMICALS AND CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES: All of the components of this product are listed on the
PICCS.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS HAZARD RATINGS: Health 3 Flammability 3 Reactivity 0
0=Minimal; I=Slight; 2=Moderate; 3=Serious; 4=Severe
DISCLAIMER: The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We do not suggest or guarantee that
any hazards listed herein are the only ones which exist. Taminco Higher Amines, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind, express or
implied, concerning the safe use of this material in your process or in combination with other substances. Effects can be
aggravated by other materials and/or this material may aggravate or add to the effects of other materials. User has the sole
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responsibility to determine the suitability of the materials for any use and the manner of use contemplated. User must meet all
applicable safety and health standards and regulations.
Approved By: Dated: 03/23/07
Denese A. Deeds, CIH
IH&SC, Inc.
MSDS updated on 4/30/06 New Product
MSDS update on 3/23/07 New Format, All Sections - Updated Information
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