MATERIAL
Linde Gas LLC (216) 642-6600
LindeGAS, LLC (216) 642-6600
AGA Gas INC. SAFETY
P.O. Box 94737 WOODS BLVD
P.O. Box 94737
6055 ROCKSIDE DATA SHEET
Cleveland, Ohio 44101
Cleveland, Ohio 44101
P.O. BOX 94737
www.us.lindegas.com
www.us.lindegas.com
CLEVELAND, OH 44101-4737 No. 153
PRODUCT NAME CAS #
121-44-8
Triethylamine
DOT I.D. No.:
UN 1296; RQ 5,000/2270
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS
Triethylamine (D.O.T.); TEA
DOT Hazard Class:
Class 3; Pkg. Group I I
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS
Formula
(C2H5)3N
Triethylamine; N,N-Diethylethanamine
ISSUE DATES AND REVISIONS Chemical Family:
Alkyl Amine
Revised; May 1998
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT
TWA= 1 Molar PPM; STEL= 3 Molar PPM with a Skin Designation and an A4 (Not classified as a Human Carcinogen)
carcinogen rating (ACGIH 1997). (Continued on Page 4)
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Corrosive and irritating to the upper and lower respiratory tracts, skin, and eyes. Mild concentrations may cause skin
irritation, conjunctivitis or bronchitis; while higher concentrations could result in chemical pneumonitis, pulmonary
edema and skin burns or eye damage. Inhalation may also cause shortness of breath, headache, nausea and
vomiting. Severe destruction of tissues will result from prolonged exposure.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Triethylamine is irritating and corrosive to all living tissues. Toxic level exposure to dermal tissue causes severe burns.
High level concentrations are extremely destructive to the airway and eyes. Inhalation may have fatal consequences as
a result of spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Eye burns result in ulceration of the conjunctivae and cornea and may cause destruction of all ocular tissue.
Triethylamine is not listed in the IARC, NTP or by OSHA as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen.
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RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE TO TRIETHYLAMINE.
RESCUE PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND BE
COGNIZANT OF EXTREME FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Inhalation: Conscious persons should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresn air. Quick removal from
the contaminated area is important. Unconscious persons should be moved to an uncontaminated area, given assisted
respiration and supplemental oxygen. Futher treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
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Information contained in this material safety data sheet is offered without charge for use by technically qualified personnel at their discretion and
risk. All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests and data which we believe to be reliable, but
the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed and no warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto. This information is not intended
as a license to operate under or a recommendation to practice or infringe any patent of this Company or others covering any process, composition
of matter or use.
Since the Company shall have no control of the use of the product described herein, the Company assumes no liability for loss or damage incurred
from the proper or improper use of such product.
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HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, OR GASES
Contact with mercury may produce explosive compounds. Reacts violently when mixed with oxidizing agents such as
perchlorates, nitrates, permanganates, chromates, nitric acid, halogens and peroxides.
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT LIQUID DENSITY AT BOILING POINT
191.8F潞 (89.5潞 C) Specific Gravity = .7272 (20/20潞 C)
VAPOR PRESSURE GAS DENSITY AT 70掳F. 1 atm
@ 60 潞F (20潞) = 1.03 psia (7.13 kPa) .2615 lb/ft3 (4.189 jg/m3)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER FREEZING POINT
Soluble -175潞F (-115潞C)
EVAPORATION RATE SPECIFIC GRAVITY (AIR=1)
(Butyl Acetate =) = 1.0 @ 701潞F (21.1潞C) = 3.49
Colorless liquid with strong, fishy, ammoniacal odor
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE
FLASH POINT (Method used) FLAMMABLE LIMITS % BY VOLUME (See Page 4)
LEL 1.2 UEL 8.0
25潞F (-4潞C) (CC) Unknown
ELECTRICAL CLASSIFICATION
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Group B, Class 1
Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and butyl rubber boots. If possible, stop the flow of
trlethylamine. Use water spray to cool surrounding containers. If water is used as extinguishing media, recognize the
aqueous solutions of triethylamine are also flammable.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Triethylamine is heavier than air and may travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition. Should flame be
extinguished and flow of gas continue, increase ventilation to prevent flammable mixture formation in low areas or
pockets.
REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Unstable None
Stable X
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid)
xx
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
xx
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None
May Occur
Will Not Occur X
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in user鈥檚 equipment, be
certain to purge piping with an inert gas prior to attempting repairs. If leak is in container, contact your closest supplier
location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Do not attempt to dispose of waste or unused quantities. Return in the shipping container to your supplier for proper
disposal. For emergency disposal assistance, contacl; your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone
number listed herein.
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SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Positive pressure air line with mask or self-contained breathing apparatus should be available tor
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
(Specify type)
emergency use.
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST SPECIAL
N/A
To prevent accumulation above the TWA
See Local Exhaust MECHANICAL (Gen.) OTHER
N/A
N/A
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Butyl rubber, PVC or polyethylene
EYE PROTECTION
Safety goggles or glasses
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety shoes, safety shower, eyewash 鈥渇ountain,鈥? face sheild and polyethylene, PVC or butyl rubber apron
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS*
SPECIAL LABELING INFORMATION
DOT Shipping Name: Triethylamine DOT Hazard Class: Class 3, Packing Group II
DOT Shipping Labels: Flammable Liquid; Corrosive I.D. No.: UN1296; RQ 5,000(2270)
SPECIAL HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Use only in well-ventilated areas. Do not drag, slide or roll containers. Use a suitable hand truck for container
movement. Do not heat container by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the container. Use a
check valve or trap in the discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow into the container.
SPECIAL STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
Protect containers from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area of noncombustible construction away
from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature where containers are stored to exceed
125E (52C). Containers should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and
empty containers should be segregated. Use a 鈥渇irst in - first out鈥欌?? inventory system to prevent full containers being
stored for excessive periods of time. Post 鈥淣o Smoking or Open Flames鈥? signs in the storage or use area. There should
be no sources of ignition in the storage or use area.
SPECIAL PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS
Carbon steel, stainless steel and Monel庐 are acceptable for use with triethylamine. Most other meterials are not
compatible - particularly silver, copper and its alloys, tin, nickel and zinc and its alloys. Lead is the preferred gasket
material. Natural rubber, Buna S庐, Buna N庐 and cellulose acetate are not acceptable plastics or elastomers to use.
OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS
Earth-ground and bond all lines and equipment associated with the triethylamine system. Electrical equipment should
be non-sparking or explosion proof.
Always secure containers in an upright position before transporting them. NEVER transport containers in trunks of
vehicles, enclosed vans, truck cabs or in passenger compartments.
*Various Government Agencies (i.e. Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration
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and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or use of this product which will not be reflected in this
data sheet. The customer should review these regulations to ensure that he is in full compliance.
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TWA DATA (Continued)
OSHA 1995 PEL (8Hr. TWA) = 25 Molar PPM.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TOXICILOGICAL PROPERTIES: (Continued)
Persons in ill health where such illness would be aggravated by exposure to triethylamine should not be allowed to work
with or handle this product.
RECOMMENED FIRST AID TREATMENT: (Continued)
Eye Contact: PERSONS WITH POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO TRIETHYLAMINE SHOULD NOT WEAR CONTACT
LENSES.
Flush contaminated eye(s) with copious quantities of water. Part eyelids with fingers to assure complete flushing.
Continue for a minium of 15 minutes.
Skin Contact: Flush affected areas with copious quantities of water. Remove affected clothing as rapidly as possible. A
physician should see the patient and be informed that the 鈥渂urn鈥? was caused by an alkaline solution.
REACTIVITY DATA
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid): (Continued)
copper and its alloys, tin, commercial nickel, zinc and its alloys, oxidizing compounds.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
OTHER RECOMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS: (Continued)
Transport containers secured in open flatbed or in open pick-up type vehicles.
Triethylamine is considered a toxic chemical and is subject to the reporting requirements of SARA, Title III, Section 313.
NFPA No. for triethylamine = 2 3 0 None
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