International Chemical Safety Cards

HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE ICSC: 0659
HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE
1,6-Diaminohexane
C6H16N2
Molecular mass: 116.24
CAS # 124-09-4
RTECS # MO1180000
ICSC # 0659
UN # 2280
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames. NO contact with hot surfaces.
Water in large amounts. NO carbon dioxide. In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE
STRICT HYGIENE!

  • INHALATION
    		• Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath.
    		Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal cramps. Abdominal pain.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rest. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Evacuate danger area! Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
    		Fireproof if in building. Separated from combustible and reducing substances. Cool. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
    		Airtight. Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
    UN Hazard Class: 8
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0659 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE ICSC: 0659

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     HYGROSCOPIC PELLETS OR FLAKES , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Upon heating, toxic fumes are formed. The solution in water is a strong base, it reacts violently with acid and is corrosive. Reacts with oxidants. Attacks many metals in presence of water.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.
    PDK: 0.1 mg/m3 (USSR 1991).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates strongly the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The aerosol of this substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The effects may be delayed.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 199°C
    Melting point: 41°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.93
    Solubility in water: complete
    		 Vapour pressure, Pa at 50°C: 200
    Flash point: 71°C
    Auto-ignition temperature: 310°C
    ENVIRONMENTAL
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    NOTES
    NFPA Code: H 2; F 1; R 1;
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0659 HEXAMETHYLENEDIAMINE
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