Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS#	Chemical Name	Percent	EINECS/ELINCS
111-42-2	Diethanolamine	99	203-868-0

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

Appearance: white solid.
Warning! Causes severe eye irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Target Organs: Blood, kidneys, liver, eyes, skin.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes severe eye irritation. May cause transient corneal injury. May cause inflammation of the cornea and iris. Dow Chemical eye testing data in rabbits indicates that injury is not permanent. "All eyes were healed by 7 days."
Skin: Causes skin irritation. Prolonged or widespread skin contact may result in the material being absorbed in harmful amounts.
Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Material has a very low vapor pressure and inhalation exposures are not expected unless material is heated or misted. Dow Chemical says to avoid temperatures above 250°C as it may undergo self-sustaining thermal decomposition.
Chronic: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause liver or kidney damage.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for a t least 15 minutes. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin: In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures

General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. Containers may explode when heated.
Extinguishing Media: Use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol type foam.
Flash Point: 138 deg C ( 280.40 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: 662 deg C ( 1,223.60 deg F)
Explosion Limits, Lower:1.6
Upper: 9.8
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not add nitrites or other nitrosating agents. A nitrosamine, which may cause cancer, may be formed.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Storage under a nitrogen blanket has been recommended. Do not store in aluminum containers. Do not store in copper or copper alloy storage vessels.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits

Chemical Name	ACGIH	NIOSH	OSHA - Final PELs
Diethanolamine	2 mg/m3 TWA; Skin - potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous r oute	3 ppm TWA; 15 mg/m3 TWA	none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Diethanolamine: 3 ppm TWA; 15 mg/m3 TWA
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Solid
Appearance: white
Odor: Mild ammoniacal odor.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: < 0.01 mm Hg @ 20 deg C
Vapor Density: 3.65 (Air=1)
Evaporation Rate:<0.01(n-BuAc=1).
Viscosity: 352 cps 30 deg C
Boiling Point: 268 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:28 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.09
Molecular Formula:C4H11NO2
Molecular Weight:105.14

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Amines absorb carbon dioxide from the air to form carbamate salts.
Conditions to Avoid: Temperatures above 250°C, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, aluminum, copper, copper alloys, galvanized iron, zinc.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

RTECS#:      
CAS# 111-42-2: KL2975000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 111-42-2:
     Dermal, guinea pig: LD50 = 11900 uL/kg;
     Draize test, rabbit, eye: 5500 mg Severe;
     Draize test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug/24H Severe;
     Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild;
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3300 mg/kg;
     Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 2200 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 620 uL/kg;
     Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 7640 uL/kg;
.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 111-42-2: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

Epidemiology: No information found
Teratogenicity: No information found
Reproductive Effects: Adverse reproductive effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Mutagenicity: No information found
Neurotoxicity: No information found
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: 1800mg/L; 24H; Fish: Goldfish: 800mg/L; 24H; Fish: Fathead Minnow: LC50 = >100.00 mg/L; 96 Hr.; Static ConditionBacteria: Phytobacterium phosphoreum: EC50 = 5000 mg/L; 5 minutes; Microtox test No data available.
Environmental: Terrestrial: Expected to biodegrade fairly rapidly following acclimation (half-life on the order of days to weeks). Expected to leach in soil. Aquatic: If released to water, diethanolamine (DEA) should biodegrade. Atmospheric: Expected to exist almost entirely in the vapor phase in the atmosphere. Reaction with photochemically generated hydroxyl radicals is expected to be the dominant removal mechanism (half-life 4 hours). Not expected to bioconcentrate.
Physical: No information found.
Other: For more information, see "HANDBOOK OF ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND EXPOSURE DATA."

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

	US DOT	Canada TDG
Shipping Name:	Not Regulated	Not Regulated
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 111-42-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     CAS# 111-42-2: Effective 4/13/89, Sunset 6/30/98
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     CAS# 111-42-2: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 111-42-2: immediate, delayed.
Section 313
     This material contains Diethanolamine (CAS# 111-42-2, 99%),which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR
Clean Air Act:
     CAS# 111-42-2 is listed as a hazardous air pollutant (HAP).
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 111-42-2 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     XN
Risk Phrases:
     R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
     R 38 Irritating to skin.
     R 41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
     R 48/22 Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged
     exposure if swallowed.

Safety Phrases:
     S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
     water and seek medical advice.
     S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face pr
     otection.
     S 46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this con
     tainer or label.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
     CAS# 111-42-2: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 111-42-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
     CAS# 111-42-2 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

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Revision #5 Date: 1/11/2006

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