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Chemical Datasheet
DIMETHYLAMINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION |
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS Number |
UN/NA Number |
DOT Hazard Label |
USCG CHRIS Code |
- 124-40-3
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- Flammable Liquid
- Corrosive
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none
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NIOSH Pocket Guide |
International Chem Safety Card |
Dimethylamine
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- DIMETHYLAMINE
- DIMETHYLAMINE (aqueous solution)
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NFPA 704
General Description
A solution of a gas in water. Odor ranging from a fishlike to ammonia-like depending on vapor concentration. Corrosive to skin and eyes. Vapors heavier than air. Toxic oxides of nitrogen produced during combustion.
Hazards
Reactivity Alerts
Air & Water Reactions
Highly flammable. When dissolved in water, it is a strong base.
Fire Hazard
Excerpt from ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
Flammable/combustible material. May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks, etc.). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids will float on water. (ERG, 2024)
Health Hazard
Excerpt from ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
May cause toxic effects if inhaled or ingested. Contact with substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation, especially when in closed or confined areas. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause environmental contamination. (ERG, 2024)
Reactivity Profile
DIMETHYLAMINE is a base, neutralizing acids in exothermic reactions, and a reducing agent. Dissolution in water moderates but does not nullify its reactivity. It is temperature sensitive. Reacts vigorously with mercury and chlorine. (NTP, 1992). Reacts violently with strong oxidizing agents and attacks copper and copper compounds. [Handling 365betÓéÀÖ Safely, 1980 p. 123]. Reacts with hypochlorites to give N-chloroamines, some of which are explosives when isolated [Bretherick, 1979 p. 108]. During an amination preparative procedure combining 4-chloroacetophenone and dimethylamine (4.22:1) at 234°C led to explosions, [Acta Chem. Scand., Ser.B, 1984, B38, 717-719].
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
- Amines, Phosphines, and Pyridines
- Water and Aqueous Solutions
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents
Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been
known to react with the
absorbent
listed below.
- Mineral-Based & Clay-Based Absorbents
Response Recommendations
Isolation and Evacuation
Excerpt from ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
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
Excerpt from ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
Some of these materials may react violently with water.
SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam.
LARGE FIRE: Water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. If it can be done safely, move undamaged containers away from the area around the fire. Dike runoff from fire control for later disposal. Do not get water inside containers.
FIRE INVOLVING TANKS, RAIL TANK CARS OR HIGHWAY TANKS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks in direct contact with flames. For massive fire, use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles; if this is impossible, withdraw from area and let fire burn. (ERG, 2024)
Non-Fire Response
Excerpt from ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
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. Absorb with earth, sand or other non-combustible material. For hydrazine, absorb with DRY sand or inert absorbent (vermiculite or absorbent pads). 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 ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer when there is NO RISK OF FIRE. Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides thermal protection but only limited chemical protection. (ERG, 2024)
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Normalized Breakthrough Times (in Minutes)
Chemical |
CAS Number |
State |
QS |
QC |
SL |
C3 |
TF |
TP |
RC |
TK |
RF |
Dimethyl amine |
124-40-3 |
Vapor |
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>480 |
>480 |
>480 |
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>480 |
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First Aid
Excerpt from ERG Guide 132 [Flammable Liquids - Corrosive]:
Refer to the "General First Aid" section. Specific First Aid: For corrosives, in case of contact, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 30 minutes. Additional flushing may be required. In case of burns, immediately cool affected skin for as long as possible with cold water. Do not remove clothing if adhering to skin. (ERG, 2024)
Physical Properties
Flash Point: data unavailable
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): data unavailable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point: data unavailable
Vapor Pressure: data unavailable
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): data unavailable
Specific Gravity: data unavailable
Boiling Point: data unavailable
Molecular Weight: data unavailable
Water Solubility: data unavailable
Ionization Energy/Potential:
8.24 eV
[From NPG: Dimethylamine]
(NIOSH, 2024)
IDLH:
500 ppm
[From NPG: Dimethylamine]
(NIOSH, 2024)
AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)
Interim AEGLs for Dimethylamine (124-40-3)
Exposure Period |
AEGL-1 |
AEGL-2 |
AEGL-3 |
10 minutes |
10 ppm |
130 ppm |
480 ppm |
30 minutes |
10 ppm |
85 ppm |
320 ppm |
60 minutes |
10 ppm |
66 ppm |
250 ppm |
4 hours |
10 ppm |
40 ppm |
150 ppm |
8 hours |
10 ppm |
32 ppm |
120 ppm |
(NAC/NRC, 2024)
ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)
Chemical |
ERPG-1 |
ERPG-2 |
ERPG-3 |
Dimethylamine (124-40-3)
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0.6 ppm  |
100 ppm |
350 ppm |
(AIHA, 2022)
PACs (Protective Action Criteria)
Chemical |
PAC-1 |
PAC-2 |
PAC-3 |
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Dimethylamine (124-40-3)
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10 ppm |
66 ppm |
250 ppm |
LEL = 28000 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 |
Dimethylamine |
124-40-3 |
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1000 pounds |
313 |
U092 |
10000 pounds |
Methanamine, N-methyl- |
124-40-3 |
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1000 pounds |
X |
U092 |
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 |
Dimethylamine; [Methanamine, N-methyl-] |
124-40-3 |
1.00 % |
10000 pounds |
flammable |
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(CISA, 2007)
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List
Chemical Name |
CAS Number |
Threshold Quantity (TQ) |
Dimethylamine, Anhydrous |
124-40-3 |
2500 pounds |
(OSHA, 2019)
Alternate Chemical Names
- DIMETHYLAMINE
- DIMETHYLAMINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTION
- DIMETHYLAMINE, SOLUTION
- DIMETHYLAMINE, [AQUEOUS SOLUTION]
- METHANAMINE, N-METHYL-
- METHYLAMINES (DI-)
- N,N-DIMETHYLAMINE
- N-METHYLMETHANAMINE