2-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL

Diamond	Hazard	Value	Description
2 3 0	Health	3	Can cause serious or permanent injury.
	Flammability	2	Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperatures before ignition can occur.
	Instability	0	Normally stable, even under fire conditions.
	Special

A clear colorless liquid with a fishlike odor. Flash point 105°F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Toxic oxides of nitrogen produced during combustion. Used to make other chemicals.

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Flammable. Partially soluble in water and less dense than water.

Special Hazards of Combustion Products: May contain toxic gases including ammonia (incomplete combustion) and NOx.

Behavior in Fire: Produces gaseous nitrogen compounds that are highly toxic and irritating. (USCG, 1999)

Inhalation of the vapor or mist can cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Asthmatic symptoms have been reported. Extremely irritating; may cause permanent eye injury. Corrosive; will cause severe skin damage with burns and blistering. Ingestion may cause damage to the mucous membranes and gastrointestinal tract. (USCG, 1999)

2-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL is an organic compound with both amine and alcohol substituents. Amines are chemical bases. They neutralize acids to form salts plus water. These acid-base reactions are exothermic. The amount of heat that is evolved per mole of amine in a neutralization is largely independent of the strength of the amine as a base. Amines may be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides. Flammable gaseous hydrogen is generated by amines in combination with strong reducing agents, such as hydrides. This compound may react vigorously with oxidizing materials. (NTP, 1992)

• Alcohols and Polyols
• Amines, Phosphines, and Pyridines

Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been known to react with the absorbents listed below.

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents
• Mineral-Based & Clay-Based Absorbents

Excerpt from 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 car or tank truck 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, 2020)

Excerpt from 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 OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: 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 engulfed in fire. For massive fire, use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles; if this is impossible, withdraw from area and let fire burn. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 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, 2020)

Wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. (USCG, 1999)

No information available.

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Corrosive chemicals will destroy the membranes of the mouth, throat, and esophagus and, in addition, have a high risk of being aspirated into the victim's lungs during vomiting which increases the medical problems. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Transport the victim IMMEDIATELY to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• AMIETOL M 21
• B-DIMETHYLAMINOETHYL ALCOHOL
• BETA-(DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHANOL
• BETA-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL
• BETA-DIMETHYLAMINOETHYL ALCOHOL
• BETA-HYDROXYETHYLDIMETHYLAMINE
• BIMANOL
• DEANOL
• DIMETHOL
• DIMETHYL(2-HYDROXYETHYL)AMINE
• DIMETHYL(HYDROXYETHYL)AMINE
• (DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHANOL
• 2-(DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHANOL
• 2-(DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHYL ALCOHOL
• DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL
• DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL, [CORROSIVE LIQUID]
• 2-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL
• DIMETHYLETHANOLAMINE
• DIMETHYLMONOETHANOLAMINE
• DMAE
• (2-HYDROXYETHYL)DIMETHYLAMINE
• KALPUR P
• LIPARON
• N,N-DIMETHYL(2-HYDROXYETHYL)AMINE
• N,N-DIMETHYL-2-AMINOETHANOL
• N,N-DIMETHYL-2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINE
• N,N-DIMETHYL-BETA-HYDROXYETHYLAMINE
• N,N-DIMETHYL-N-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)AMINE
• N,N-DIMETHYL-N-(BETA-HYDROXYETHYL)AMINE
• (N,N-DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHANOL
• 2-(N,N-DIMETHYLAMINO)ETHANOL
• N,N-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL
• N,N-DIMETHYLETHANOLAMINE
• N-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)DIMETHYLAMINE
• N-DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL
• NORCHOLINE
• PROPAMINE A
• REXOLIN
• TEXACAT DME
• THANCAT DME