Burdick & Jackson
Material Safety Data Sheet
Monoethanolamine
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Monoethanolamine
PRODUCT NAME:
Ethanolamine,
OTHER/GENERIC NAMES:
2-Aminoethanol
602
CORE NUMBER (3-DIGIT) :
Solvent
PRODUCT USE:
Honeywell, Burdick & Jackson
MANUFACTURER:
1953 South Harvey Street
Muskegon, MI 49442
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL:
(Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm) (24 Hours/Day, 7 Days/Week)
1-800-368-0050 1-800-707-4555 (Honeywell -Domestic)
602-365-4980 (Honeywell - International)
For Transportation Emergencies:
1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC - Domestic)
703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC - International)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME CAS NUMBER WEIGHT %
Monoethanolamine 141-43-5 100
Trace impurities and additional material names not listed above may also appear in Section 15 toward the end of the MSDS.
These materials may be listed for local "Right-To-Know" compliance and for other reasons.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Clear, colorless corrosive liquid. Slight ammonia odor. Causes
skin, eye and respiratory tract irritation. Can cause skin and eye burns and may cause eye damage.
Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin.
POTENTIAL HEALTH HAZARDS
Causes irritation and may cause burns. May cause allergic skin reaction. May be harmful if absorbed through
SKIN:
the skin.
Liquid and vapor can cause severe irritation and may cause burns. May cause corneal injury with permanent
EYES:
impairment of vision.
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Respiratory tract irritant. Excessive exposure may cause central nervous system depression, liver and
INHALATION:
kidney damage.
Harmful if swallowed. May cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and symptoms similar to those
INGESTION:
described for inhalation.
DELAYED EFFECTS: May cause liver and kidney damage.
Ingredients found on one of the OSHA designated carcinogen lists are listed below.
INGREDIENT NAME NTP STATUS IARC STATUS OSHA LIST
No ingredients listed in this section.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Flush affected area with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Get immediate
SKIN:
medical attention.
Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.
EYES:
Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, apply artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
INHALATION:
oxygen provided a qualified operator is available. Get immediate medical attention.
If person is conscious, rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
INGESTION:
personnel. Get immediate medical attention. The use of activated charcoal may be considered in a conscious
individual. Use a minimum of 240 milliliters of water per 30 grams charcoal. The usual dose is 25 to 100
grams in adults and adolescents; 25 to 50 grams in children aged 1 to 12 years (or 0.5 to 1 gram/kilogram body
weight); and 1 gram/kilogram in infants up to 1 year old.
Do not give anything by mouth to an individual with altered consciousness.
No specific advice. Treat according to symptoms present.
ADVICE TO PHYSICIAN:
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
FLASH POINT: 186癋 (86癈)
Closed Cup
FLASH POINT METHOD:
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: 410癈
23.5% @ 140 癈
UPPER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air):
3.0%
LOWER FLAME LIMIT (volume % in air):
Not Applicable
FLAME PROPAGATION RATE (solids):
IIIA Combustible Liquid
OSHA FLAMMABILITY CLASS:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or alcohol foam.
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UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Vapors are heavier than air and can be ignited by a flame or heat source remote to the location of a leak or spill.
Containers may pressurize under fire conditions and rupture.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PRECAUTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS:
Wear NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus, and full protective clothing. Do not release runoff from fire
control methods to sewers or waterways. Keep fire exposed containers cool and reduce vapors with water spray.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
IN CASE OF SPILL OR OTHER RELEASE: (Always wear recommended personal protective equipment.)
Eliminate sources of ignition. Provide adequate ventilation and isolate the spill area. Absorb with inert absorbant and place
in an approved chemical waste container. For large spills, dike up with inert material and transfer into same container. Do
not allow to enter into sewers or waterways.
Spills and releases may have to be reported to Federal and/or local authorities. See Section 15 regarding reporting
requirements.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
NORMAL HANDLING: (Always wear recommended personal protective equipment.)
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe product vapor or mist. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep away
from heat, open flame or other high temperature sources. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat or drink in the work
area. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS:
Store in an area designed for storage of corrosive liquids.
Protect from temperature extremes and sunlight, and store away from incompatible substances and in accordance with 29
CFR 1910.106. Avoid aluminum, aluminum alloys, brass, copper and carbon steel.
Combustible liquid and vapor. Empty containers may contain product residue and/or vapors. Label warnings apply to empty
containers that have not been cleaned.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Provide general or local exhaust ventilation systems to maintain airborne concentrations below OSHA PEL. Local exhaust
ventilation is preferred because it prevents contaminant dispersion into the work area by controlling it at its source.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
SKIN PROTECTION:
Avoid skin contact. Wear impervious gloves and clothing if there is potential for exposure to liquid or mist. Inspect PPE for
signs of degradation before each use. Replace as needed. Showering after work is recommended.
EYE PROTECTION:
Wear chemical safety glasses (with side shields), chemical goggles alone or in conjunction with full-face shield. Follow
OSHA regulation 29CFR 1910.133. (Contact lenses are not protective devices.)
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Not required for properly ventilated areas. If there is potential for inhalation of vapor or mist, use an appropriate NIOSH
approved respirator. Warning! Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
The respirator must be selected based on contamination levels and use conditions found in the workplace. Use conditions
must not exceed the working limits of the respirator. The respirator must be approved by the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and used in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.134.
ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS:
This material should be used in close proximity to eyewash station and safety shower. Use appropriate personal hygiene
after handling this material. Do not smoke in the vicinity of flammable or combustible materials.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
INGREDIENT NAME ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Ethanolamine [141-43-5] 3 ppm TWA 3 ppm TWA 3 ppm TWA
6 ppm STEL 6 ppm STEL
* = Limit established by Honeywell International, Inc.
** = Workplace Environmental Exposure Level (AIHA).
*** = Biological Exposure Index (ACGIH).
OTHER EXPOSURE LIMITS FOR POTENTIAL DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
None
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Clear, Colorless
APPEARANCE:
Liquid
PHYSICAL STATE:
61.1
MOLECULAR WEIGHT:
H2NCH2 CH2OH
CHEMICAL FORMULA:
Slight ammonia/fishy odor
ODOR:
1.02
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1.0):
Complete
SOLUBILITY IN WATER (weight %):
12.1
pH:
BOILING POINT: 340癋 (171癈)
MELTING POINT: 50癋 (10癈)
VAPOR PRESSURE: 0.48 mm Hg @ 68癋 (20癈)
2.1
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1.0):
<1 Butyl Acetate = 1
EVAPORATION RATE: COMPARED TO:
Not Applicable
% VOLATILES:
FLASH POINT: 186癋 (86癈)
(Flash point method and additional flammability data are found in Section 5.)
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
NORMALLY STABLE? (CONDITIONS TO AVOID):
Material is stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Product can decompose at elevated temperatures.
INCOMPATIBILITIES:
Strong nitrites, oxidizers, acids, halogenated hydrocarbons. Avoid contact with aluminum, aluminum alloys, brass, copper
and carbon steel.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition can produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Not expected to occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
IMMEDIATE (ACUTE) EFFECTS:
Oral LD50 (rat): 1720 mg/kg
Oral LD50 (mouse): 700 mg/kg
Oral LD50 (rabbit): 1000 mg/kg
Oral LD50 (guinea pig): 620mg/kg
Dermal LD50 (rabbit): 1000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation (rabbit): Corrosive, 4-hr application, undiluted
Eye Irritation (rabbit): Severe (250 礸).
DELAYED (SUBCHRONIC AND CHRONIC) EFFECTS:
Repeated inhalation exposure to rats, mice and rabbits at 0.26 mg/L for five weeks produced respiratory tract irritation and
mild degenerative changes to the liver and kidneys. In dogs, repeated inhalation exposure to low doses (0.029 mg/L) caused
behavioral effects (progressive stages of excitation followed by depression).
A subchronic oral toxicity study in rats determined a no observed effect level of 320 mg/kg/day; higher doses caused liver
and kidney damage; deaths occurred at 1280 mg/kg/day.
OTHER DATA:
Genotoxicity:
Ames Assay (Salmonella typhimurium): Negative.
Developmental Toxicity:
Dermal application to pregnant rats of doses as high as 225 mg/kg/day (6-hrs/day) on days 6-15 of gestation, and dermal
application to pregnant rabbits of doses as high as 75 mg/kg/day (6-hrs/day) on days 6-18 of gestation, did not produce
developmental effects. Dose-related maternal toxicity included skin irritation and changes in body weight.
Oral gavage to pregnant rats at dose levels of 40, 120, and 450 mg/kg/day on days 6-15 of gestation did not produce signs of
developmental toxicity or increased incidences of malformations or alterations in fetuses or pups. Maternal toxicity was
noted at the 450 mg/kg/day level, but not at the 40 or 120 mg/kg/day level.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD): 78%, 5 days; (theoretical) 0%, 5 days; 64%, 20 days.
Bioconcentration: A bioconcentration factor (BCF) of <1 was estimated based on a log Kow of ?.31. This BCE value and
complete solubility of monethanolamine in water suggest it does not bioconcentrate significantly in aquatic organisms.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
RCRA
Is the unused product a RCRA hazardous waste if discarded? Not listed.
Not applicable.
If yes, the RCRA ID number is:
OTHER DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an approved waste disposal facility. Although
monoethanolamine is not a listed RCRA hazardous waste, it may exhibit one or more characteristics of a hazardous waste
and require analysis to determine specific disposal requirements. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance
with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Proper DOT Shipping Description: Ethanolamine, 8, UN 2491, III
Label(s) Required: Class 8, Corrosive
Emergency Response Guidebook (2000 Edition): Guide No. 153
For additional information on shipping regulations affecting this material, contact the information number found in Section 1.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)
On the TSCA Inventory
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS:
None
OTHER TSCA ISSUES:
SARA TITLE III/CERCLA
"Reportable Quantities" (RQs) and/or "Threshold Planning Quantities" (TPQs) exist for the following ingredients.
INGREDIENT NAME SARA/CERCLA RQ (lb) SARA EHS TPQ (lb)
No ingredients listed in this section.
Spills or releases resulting in the loss of any ingredient at or above its RQ requires immediate notification to the
National Response Center [(800) 424-8802] and to your Local Emergency Planning Committee.
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Immediate. Delayed
SECTION 311 HAZARD CLASS:
SARA 313 TOXIC CHEMICALS:
The following ingredients are SARA 313 "Toxic Chemicals". CAS numbers and weight percents are found in Section 2.
INGREDIENT NAME COMMENT
No ingredients listed in this section.
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
In addition to the ingredients found in Section 2, the following are listed for state right-to-know purposes.
INGREDIENT NAME WEIGHT % COMMENT
No ingredients listed in this section.
ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION:
None
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION (CANADA):
Class B, Division 3
Class E
This product has been classified in accordance with hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
FOREIGN INVENTORY STATUS:
Monoethanolamine is listed on the following inventories:
Australian
Canadian DSL
Chinese
EINECS
Japanese (ENCS)
Korean
Philippine (PICCS)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
June 5, 2003
CURRENT ISSUE DATE:
August, 2000
PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE:
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CHANGES TO MSDS FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE DATE ARE DUE TO THE FOLLOWING:
Amended or modified the following:
Emergency Telephone Numbers, Section 1
Hazards Identification, Section 3
First Aid Measures, Section 4
Accidental Release Measures, Section 6
Handling & Storage, Section 7
Skin & Respiratory Protection, Section 8
Exposure Guidelines, Section 8
Toxicological Information, Section 11
Ecological Information, Section 12
Disposal Considerations, Section 13
WHMIS Classification & Foreign Inventory Status, Section 15
NFPA Rating, Section 16
OTHER INFORMATION:
NFPA Rating:
Health: 2
Flammability: 2
Reactivity: 0
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