MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 28, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              2 3 – High                       Fire                  2 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC               800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:            MONOETHANOLAMINE

FORMULA                 NH₂CH₂ CH₂ OH   M.W. = 61.08

SYNONYMS:             B-aminoethyl alcohol;  ethanolamine;  ethylolamine;  B-hydroxyethylamine

MANUFACTURERS: Dow Chemical Corp, Union Carbide Corp

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

Monoethanolamine                               141-43-5              99%               3 ppm                       NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:                 Colorless liquid             Boiling Point (^oF):                                 340 ^oF

Odor:                           Slight ammonia             Freezing Point (^oF):                               50 ^oF

pH:                               NA                                          Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       1.000

Water solubility:            Completely miscible                  Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: <1

Vapor Density (air=1)   :                       2.1                   Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           NA

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                ND

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):      201 ^oF Setaflash        Flammability  Limits: Lower      3%    Upper    23.5% @ 284 ^oF

Auto Ignition Temperature:       

Extinguishing Media:                 Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol resistant foam.

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Approach upwind to avoid toxic vapors.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   None known.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    X  Unstable:               Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                 Does not Occur:           X

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Heating above 140 ^oF in the presence of aluminum. Excessive corrosion can occur as well as liberation of flammable hydrogen gas.

 

Materials to Avoid:       Strong Oxidizers, strong acids. Corrosive to copper and brass. Do not store in carbon steel containers. Can react with various halogenated organic solvents, creating heat and pressure.

 

Decomposition Products:          Possible nitrogen oxides.

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

EYES:              May cause severe irritation with possible permanent impairment of vision, even blindness. Vapors can irritate the eyes. Use protective goggles and face mask. In the event of contact flush with water for 30 minutes. Get immediate medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Can cause skin severe irritation on a single short exposure. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product. In the event of contact wash with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system with a single (hours) prolonged exposure. Excessive exposure may cause respiratory irritation and liver and kidney injury. Provide adequate ventilation and/or a respirator with an organic vapor cartridge.

 

INGESTION:              A single dose oral toxicity is considered to be low. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration and burns of the mouth and throat. DO NOT induce vomiting. Drink large quantities of milk or water. Get immediate medical attention.

 

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE EFFECTS PERSIST

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:      Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again if contact occurs.

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE

 

 

 

SPILLS AND LEAKS:            Clear non-emergency personnel from the area. Contain to prevent loss to the environment, especially to any body of water. . Collect excess material with noncombustible absorbent such as sand. Shovel into suitable containers. Do not use sawdust, wood chips or other cellulosic materials to absorb the spill.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Prevent eye and skin contact. Avoid breathing vapors. Keep containers tightly closed. Do not store in carbon shell containers. Do not store in a common area with halogenated materials.

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse thoroughly with water. Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau      Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  Ethanolamine, 8, UN2491, PG III

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                        Corrosive

 

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND – Not Determined              NA – Not Applicable               NE – Not Established