Product Name: 3-Methylamino-1,2-propanediol
SYNONYMS: 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(methylamino)-
CAS Number: 5967-60-0
EC Number: 227-750-8
Recommended Use: Intermediate in organic synthesis, chemical manufacturing
Manufacturer: Supplier details available on request
Contact Information: Emergency telephone number provided by local or national safety authority
Restrictions: Do not use in food, drug, or cosmetic manufacturing
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
GHS Classification: Eye Irritation (Category 2), Skin Irritation (Category 2), Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Category 3)
Signal Word: Warning
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapor, wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection, use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation of vapor or mists can cause respiratory tract irritation, eye contact causes redness and pain, skin contact can result in dryness or cracking, ingestion may upset stomach
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Low fire hazard, substance can burn if strongly heated
Chemical Name: 3-Methylamino-1,2-propanediol
Concentration: >98% by weight
CAS Number: 5967-60-0
Impurities: Minor, non-hazardous byproducts <2%
Other Ingredients: None reported
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; persistent symptoms require prompt medical care
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet for large fires
Special Hazards: May emit nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides upon burning
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Additional Advice: Cool exposed containers with water spray
Flash Point: Greater than 100°C
Explosion Limit: Not applicable
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment, avoid breath vapor or dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage, do not allow entry into drains or waterways
Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material, scoop into suitable container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash spill site with water after cleanup
Emergency Procedures: Ventilate area, isolate hazard zone
Waste Disposal: Dispose of in compliance with local regulations
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, use adequate ventilation
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible substances like oxidizers and acids
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizers, chlorinating agents
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing before re-use
Safe Transfer: Use transfer systems designed to minimize spillage
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to control airborne concentrations
Exposure Limits: None established by ACGIH, OSHA, NIOSH
Respiratory Protection: Approved air-purifying respirator for organic vapors and particulates
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles
Hand Protection: Nitrile gloves or equivalent
Skin Protection: Long-sleeved work clothing, lab coat
Other Protection: Eye wash station and safety shower in work area
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, amine-like
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: 8–10 (100 g/L in water)
Melting Point: 41–45°C
Boiling Point: 247°C (estimated)
Flash Point: Above 100°C
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Vapor Pressure: 0.03 mmHg at 25°C (estimated)
Vapor Density: Not determined
Solubility: Miscible with water
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): -1.48 (estimated)
Viscosity: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: No data
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Will not polymerize, reacts with oxidizing agents
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, open flames, incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, acid chlorides
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating and toxic fumes
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Moderate skin irritant
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Severe eye irritant
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not a known sensitizer
Mutagenicity: Not classified, based on available data
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No data
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: May cause respiratory tract irritation
Symptoms of Overexposure: Eye and skin irritation, cough, nausea
Ecotoxicity: Aquatic toxicity data not available, potential risk to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be biodegradable
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, estimated log Kow <0
Mobility in Soil: Readily migrates in soil, soluble in water
Other Adverse Effects: No significant ozone depletion or global warming potential, avoid discharge to environment
Waste Management: Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
Disposal Methods: Chemical incineration or landfill permitted facilities, do not pour down drains
Packaging Disposal: Rinse containers, dispose as hazardous waste
Recycling: No data available
Special Precautions: Do not return unused product to original container
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Classes: None
Packing Group: None
Special Precautions for User: Avoid spillage and container leakage during transport
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Transport in Bulk: Not applicable
OSHA Hazards: Irritant
TSCA Status: Listed
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
California Proposition 65: Not listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed on DSL
Other Regulatory Information: Comply with all applicable regulations concerning use, handling, storage, and disposal
Workplace Labeling: Ensure clear, accurate labels as required by GHS and local standards
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