Diethanolamine

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
Mainly adsorped via respiratory tract and skin.
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.

Classification system for Diethanolamine:
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Additional information: Aqueous solutions of this substance are alcaline.

Chemical characterization for Diethanolamine
CAS No. Description:	111-42-2 2,2'-iminodiethanol
Identification number(s):
EINECS Number:	2038680
EU Number:	603-071-00-1

General Information for Diethanolamine
Form:	Viscous
Colour:	Colourless
Odour:	Amine-like
Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range:	28°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	269°C
Flash point:	176°C
Ignition temperature:	335°C
Danger of explosion:	Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures are possible.
Explosion limits:
Lower:	1.7 Vol %
Upper:	6.4 Vol %
Vapour pressure at 20°C:	< 0.01 hPa
Density at 20°C:	1.09 g/cm3
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water at 20°C:	954 g/l
pH-value (53 g/l) at 20°C:	~ 11
Viscosity:	dynamic at 30°C: 352 mPas

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: -
Remarks: No dangerous good according to ADR and RID.

Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: -
Remarks: No dangerous good according to the IMDG-Code.

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: -
Remarks: No dangerous good according to IATA regulations.

Markings according to EC guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials

Risk phrases:
22 Harmful if swallowed.
38 Irritating to skin.
41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
48/22 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed.

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

National regulations:

Information about limitation of use:
Restrictions on juvenile employment must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.
The number of employees handling this chemical substance has to be kept as small as possible.

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water.