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Chemical Datasheet
PROPYLENEIMINE, STABILIZED |
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS Number |
UN/NA Number |
DOT Hazard Label |
USCG CHRIS Code |
- 75-55-8
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NIOSH Pocket Guide |
International Chem Safety Card |
Propylene imine
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NFPA 704
data unavailable
General Description
A clear colorless liquid with an ammonia-like odor. Flash point 25°F. Toxic by ingestion, inhalation and through skin absorption. Less dense than water. Vapors are heavier than air. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Under prolonged exposure to fire or heat the containers may rupture violently and rocket. Used as an organic intermediate.
Hazards
Reactivity Alerts
- Highly Flammable
- Polymerizable
Air & Water Reactions
Highly flammable. Soluble in water. Reacts slowly and non hazardously with water to form propanolamine or methylethanolamine.
Fire Hazard
Chemical is extremely flammable; vapors are heavier than air. Toxic oxides of nitrogen are produced during combustion. Avoid acids, strong oxidizers. Thermally unstable. Hazardous polymerization may occur. Contact with acid promotes violent polymerization. (EPA, 1998)
Health Hazard
Toxic after acute exposure. Can severely irritate eyes, skin, and lungs. (EPA, 1998)
Reactivity Profile
PROPYLENEIMINE is subject to violent polymerization on contact with an acid. (The inhibitor is intended to prevent polymerization). Incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides. Flammable gaseous hydrogen is generated in combination with strong reducing agents, such as hydrides.
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
- Amines, Phosphines, and Pyridines
- Polymerizable Compounds
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents
Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been
known to react with the
absorbents
listed below.
- Mineral-Based & Clay-Based Absorbents
- Dirt/Earth
Response Recommendations
Isolation and Evacuation
Excerpt from ERG Guide 131

[Flammable Liquids - Toxic; polymerization hazard]:
IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions.
SPILL: Increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.
FIRE: If tank, rail tank car or highway tank is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2024)
Firefighting
If material is on fire, do not extinguish fire unless flow can be stopped. Use water in flooding quantities as a "fog" and use to cool all affected containers. Keep material out of water sources and sewers. Build dikes to contain flow as necessary. Isolate for 1/2 mile in all directions if tank car or truck is involved in fire.
If material is on fire, use foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical. (EPA, 1998)
Non-Fire Response
Excerpt from ERG Guide 131

[Flammable Liquids - Toxic; polymerization hazard]:
ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames) from immediate area. All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. A vapor-suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
SMALL SPILL: Absorb with earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers for later disposal. Use clean, non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material.
LARGE SPILL: Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. Water spray may reduce vapor, but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces. (ERG, 2024)
Protective Clothing
Excerpt from NIOSH Pocket Guide for Propylene imine:
Skin: PREVENT SKIN CONTACT - Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact.
Eyes: PREVENT EYE CONTACT - Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact.
Wash skin: WHEN CONTAMINATED - The worker should immediately wash the skin when it becomes contaminated.
Remove: WHEN WET (FLAMMABLE) - Work clothing that becomes wet should be immediately removed due to its flammability hazard (i.e., for liquids with a flash point <100°F).
Change: No recommendation is made specifying the need for the worker to change clothing after the workshift.
Provide:
� EYEWASH - Eyewash fountains should be provided in areas where there is any possibility that workers could be exposed to the substances; this is irrespective of the recommendation involving the wearing of eye protection.
� QUICK DRENCH - Facilities for quickly drenching the body should be provided within the immediate work area for emergency use where there is a possibility of exposure. [Note: It is intended that these facilities provide a sufficient quantity or flow of water to quickly remove the substance from any body areas likely to be exposed. The actual determination of what constitutes an adequate quick drench facility depends on the specific circumstances. In certain instances, a deluge shower should be readily available, whereas in others, the availability of water from a sink or hose could be considered adequate.] (NIOSH, 2024)
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Normalized Breakthrough Times (in Minutes)
Chemical |
CAS Number |
State |
QS |
QC |
SL |
C3 |
TF |
TP |
RC |
TK |
RF |
Propylene imine (90%) |
75-55-8 |
Liquid |
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150 |
150 |
150 |
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First Aid
Warning: Propyleneimine can severely irritate eyes, skin, and lungs. Direct eye contact has caused corneal damage. Suspected of having carcinogenic potential in humans. Caution is advised.
Signs and Symptoms of Propyleneimine Exposure: Signs and symptoms of acute exposure to propyleneimine may include irritation, inflammation, and blistering of the skin, eyes, nose, and upper respiratory tract; shortness of breath, increased nasal and laryngeal secretions. Itching, nausea, and periodic vomiting, headache (pain in the temple), dizziness may also be noted. CNS effects may occur.
Emergency Life-Support Procedures: Acute exposure to propyleneimine may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Air-purifying or supplied-air respiratory equipment should also be worn, as necessary. Rescue vehicles should carry supplies such as plastic sheeting and disposable plastic bags to assist in preventing spread of contamination.
Inhalation Exposure:
1. Move victims to fresh air. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to propyleneimine.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer 100% humidified oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
4. Rush to a health care facility.
Dermal/Eye Exposure:
1. Remove victims from exposure. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to propyleneimine.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Remove contaminated clothing as soon as possible.
4. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes.
5. Wash exposed skin areas three times with soap and water.
6. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for performance of other invasive procedures.
7. Rush to a health care facility.
Ingestion Exposure:
1. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer 100% humidified oxygen or other respiratory support.
2. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for performance of other invasive procedures.
3. DO NOT induce vomiting or attempt to neutralize.
4. Activated charcoal may be administered if victims are conscious and alert. Use 15 to 30 g (1/2 to 1 oz) for children, 50 to 100 g (1-3/4 to 3-1/2 oz) for adults, with 125 to 250 mL (1/2 to 1 cup) of water.
5. Promote excretion by administering a saline cathartic or sorbitol to conscious and alert victims. Children require 15 to 30 g (1/2 to 1 oz) of cathartic; 50 to 100 g (1-3/4 to 3-1/2 oz) is recommended for adults.
6. Rush to a health care facility. (EPA, 1998)
Physical Properties
Flash Point:
25°F
(EPA, 1998)
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): data unavailable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point:
-85°F
(EPA, 1998)
Vapor Pressure:
112 mmHg
at 68°F
(EPA, 1998)
Vapor Density (Relative to Air):
2
(EPA, 1998)
- Heavier than air; will sink
Specific Gravity:
0.8039 to 0.807
at 77 °F
(EPA, 1998)
Boiling Point:
151 to 153°F
at 760 mmHg
(EPA, 1998)
Molecular Weight:
57.11
(EPA, 1998)
Water Solubility:
greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL
at 66°F
(NTP, 1992)
Ionization Energy/Potential:
9.00 eV
(NIOSH, 2024)
IDLH:
100 ppm
; A potential occupational carcinogen.
(NIOSH, 2024)
AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)
Final AEGLs for Propyleneimine (75-55-8)
Exposure Period |
AEGL-1 |
AEGL-2 |
AEGL-3 |
10 minutes |
NR |
83 ppm |
170 ppm |
30 minutes |
NR |
25 ppm |
50 ppm |
60 minutes |
NR |
12 ppm |
23 ppm |
4 hours |
NR |
2.5 ppm |
5.1 ppm |
8 hours |
NR |
1.2 ppm |
2.4 ppm |
(NAC/NRC, 2024)
ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)
No ERPG information available.
PACs (Protective Action Criteria)
Chemical |
PAC-1 |
PAC-2 |
PAC-3 |
Propyleneimine, 1,2- (75-55-8)
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0.4 ppm |
12 ppm |
23 ppm |
(DOE, 2024)
Regulatory Information
EPA Consolidated List of Lists
Regulatory Name |
CAS Number/ 313 Category Code |
EPCRA 302 EHS TPQ |
EPCRA 304 EHS RQ |
CERCLA RQ |
EPCRA 313 TRI |
RCRA Code |
CAA 112(r) RMP TQ |
Aziridine, 2-methyl |
75-55-8 |
10000 pounds |
1 pound |
1 pound |
X |
P067 |
10000 pounds |
Propyleneimine |
75-55-8 |
10000 pounds |
1 pound |
1 pound |
313 |
P067 |
10000 pounds |
(EPA List of Lists, 2024)
CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)
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RELEASE |
THEFT |
SABOTAGE |
Chemical of Interest |
CAS Number |
Min Conc |
STQ |
Security Issue |
Min Conc |
STQ |
Security Issue |
Min Conc |
STQ |
Security Issue |
Propyleneimine; [Aziridine, 2-methyl-] |
75-55-8 |
1.00 % |
10000 pounds |
toxic |
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(CISA, 2007)
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List
No regulatory information available.
Alternate Chemical Names
- AZIRIDINE, 2-METHYL
- AZIRIDINE, 2-METHYL-
- DL-2-METHYLAZIRIDINE
- 2-METHYLAZACYCLOPROPANE
- 2-METHYLAZIRIDINE
- 2-METHYLETHYLENEIMINE
- METHYLETHYLENIMINE
- 2-METHYLETHYLENIMINE
- PROPYLENE IMINE
- PROPYLENE IMINE (STABILIZED)
- PROPYLENE IMINE, STABILIZED
- PROPYLENEIMINE
- PROPYLENEIMINE, STABILIZED
- PROPYLENEIMINE, [STABILIZED]
- 1,2-PROPYLENEIMINE
- PROPYLENIMINE
- 1,2-PROPYLENIMINE