Product Name: 1-Dimethylamino-2,3-propanediol
Synonyms: 2,3-Propanediol, 1-(dimethylamino)-
Chemical Formula: C5H13NO2
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, research and development applications
Supplier: Chemical manufacturer or distributor details provided on label
Emergency Telephone: Refer to company-specific emergency contact information or local poison control
CAS Number: 33041-46-8
GHS Classification: Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2, Eye irritation Category 2A, Acute toxicity (oral) Category 4
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause skin and eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed. Prolonged contact can trigger discomfort or possible dermatitis.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (skin/eye/ingestion hazard)
Precautionary Statements: Wear gloves and eye protection. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Chemical Identity: 1-Dimethylamino-2,3-propanediol
Concentration: 98% or higher (check actual label for purity)
Other Components: Trace impurities, less than 2%, may include water or proprietary stabilizers
CAS Number: 33041-46-8
Hazard Class: Classified as a hazardous substance, check with local, state, and federal regulations for workplace exposure
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical advice if discomfort persists.
Skin Contact: Rinse with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if easy to do, continue rinsing. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. If victim is conscious, give small quantities of water.
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, redness, possible headache or nausea if swallowed or inhaled in meaningful quantity.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide.
Special Hazards: Combustion can produce carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, and possibly toxic fumes.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Advice for Firefighters: Approach in the direction of the wind, clear area of unnecessary personnel, prevent run-off to sewers.
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing vapors or contact with skin and eyes. Use personal protective equipment.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do. Avoid discharge into drains and surface water.
Cleanup Methods: Soak up with inert material (sand, diatomite), dispose according to local requirements, ventilate the affected area after material pick up.
Decontamination: Clean the area with water and detergent, mop up thoroughly.
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas. After handling, wash thoroughly before eating, drinking, or smoking. Wear protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, and proper clothing.
Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from sources of ignition and unnecessary heat. Do not store near food or animal feed.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, highly reactive chemicals
Engineering Controls: Use fume hoods or local exhaust ventilation to keep concentrations below occupational exposure limits.
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles and face shield when appropriate.
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and long sleeves.
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure is possible, use a NIOSH-approved respirator.
Hygiene Measures: Keep away from food, drink, and animal feed. Wash hands before breaks and after handling the product.
Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid or solid
Odor: Mild amine-like
pH: Approximate range: 9–10 (50 g/L in water)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 42-47°C
Boiling Point: 231–234°C
Flash Point: >100°C (estimated)
Autoignition Temperature: Data unavailable, not readily flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Miscible with water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Data unavailable
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard temperature and pressure conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Strong oxidizers may cause violent reactions.
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, flame, and direct sunlight.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides.
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed, causing nausea, vomiting, or abdominal discomfort.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause redness, irritation, or dermatitis.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause conjunctival irritation, redness, or pain.
Respiratory Sensitization: Difficult to inhale due to low volatility, but vapors at higher temperatures can irritate lungs.
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: No strong evidence or long-term studies available. Use precaution.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure could produce mild dermal sensitivity.
Ecotoxicity: No specific ecotoxicity data, but similar chemicals can cause harm in aquatic environments when present in higher concentrations.
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in environmental conditions.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Expected to have low bioaccumulation due to rapid degradation.
Mobility in Soil: High water solubility leads to likely migration in surface or groundwater.
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release to the environment.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents and container in compliance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Product Disposal: Do not pour into drains. Collect and hand over to certified disposal contractors.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers before discarding or recycling when permitted.
Sewage Disposal Recommendations: Do not release into municipal sewage systems.
UN Number: No classification as dangerous goods under major regulations.
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated as hazardous material in most jurisdictions.
Packing Group: No assigned packing group.
Proper Shipping Name: Use only the chemical name as per regulatory filings.
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as hazardous for transport.
Special Precautions: Ensure containers are leak-proof and correctly labeled during transit.
International Inventories: Listed on chemical inventories such as TSCA (United States), DSL (Canada), and REACH (EU) under the designated CAS number.
OSHA/HCS Status: Hazardous based on classification criteria.
WHMIS (Canada): D2B (Skin/Eye Irritant).
SARA Title III: Not subject to Section 302, 304, or 313 reporting.
Other Applicable Regulations: Check all relevant state and local guidelines for workplace storage, employee training, labeling, and reporting.