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1,2-Dimethylhydrazine

DANGER Liquid SDS/MSDS

Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
1,2-Dimethylhydrazine
Product Code
371949
Chemical Name
1,2-Dimethylhydrazine
Synonyms
N,N'-Dimethylhydrazine

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
For R&D use only.

Overview

1,2-Dimethylhydrazine (CAS: 540-73-8 ) is a liquid substance commonly used for r&d use only..

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Category 1 H224
Acute Tox. Category 2 H300
Acute Tox. Category 4 H312
Eye Dam. Category 1 H318
Acute Tox. Category 3 H331
STOT SE Category 3 H335
Carc. Category 1B H350
Aquatic Chronic Category 4 H413

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS02 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Flammable hazard - Fire risk materials including gases, liquids, and solids

GHS02

GHS05 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Corrosive hazard - Materials that can cause severe skin burns and eye damage

GHS05

GHS06 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Acute toxicity hazard - Poisonous materials that can cause death or serious harm

GHS06

GHS07 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Health hazard warning - Materials harmful to health including irritants and sensitizers

GHS07

GHS08 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Serious health hazard - Carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to organs

GHS08

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
  • H300: Fatal if swallowed
  • H312: Harmful in contact with skin
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
  • H350: May cause cancer
  • H413: May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
  • IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.
  • IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
  • IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • IF exposed or if you feel unwell: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
  • P311: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

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24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
1,2-Dimethylhydrazine 540-73-8 95% ✓ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

Remove victim from source of exposure to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen.

🖐️ Skin Contact

Wash thoroughly with soap and plenty of water.

👁️ Eye Contact

Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes while keeping eyes open.

🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing

Do not induce vomiting. Give water to victim to drink.

🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required

Seek medical attention.

Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response

Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant or polymer foam.

⚠️ Specific Fire Hazards

emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

🛡️ Firefighter Protection Equipment

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response

Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection

🌍 Environmental Precautions

Prevent further leakage if safe to do so.

🧹 Cleanup Methods

place in closed container for disposal.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

🧪 Physical State
Liquid
Critical Property
📊 Physical State Data
liquid
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
👁️ Appearance
Liquid
🎨 Colour
Not available
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Form
Not available
👃 Odor
Stench
📊 Odor Threshold
no data available
🧪 Ph
Not available
🧊 Melting Point
-9℃
Critical Property
💨 Boiling Point
81°℃
Critical Property
🔥 Flash Point
<5°C-closed cup
Critical Property
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
💨 Evaporation Rate
no data available
💨 Vapor Pressure
no data available
📊 Vapor Density
Not available
📊 Relative Density
0.83
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
⚖️ Density
Not available
🔥 Flammability
no data available
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
no data available
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
no data available
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
no data available
📊 Decomposition Temperature
no data available
💧 Solubility
no data available
📊 Partition Coefficient
no data available
📊 Solubility In Water
Not available
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
📊 Properties Status
Not available

Safe Handling & Storage Procedures

Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements

⚠️ Handling Precautions

• Avoid prolonged use.

• Avoid all direct contact with material.

• Do not breathe dust or vapor.

• Wash thoroughly after handling.

🏪 Storage Conditions

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

Ensure adequate ventilation during use.

🧤 Hand Protection

Avoid all direct contact with product. Wear chemical-resistant gloves.

👁️ Eye Protection

Wear protective safety goggles or face shields tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166 (EU).

😷 Respiratory Protection

Approved respiratory equipment must be used when airborne concentrations are unknown or exceed the exposure limits.

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Wear protective clothing and boots. After contact with skin, wash immediately.

Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information

Chemical Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

⚠️ Hazardous Reactions

no data available

🚫 Conditions to Avoid

no data available

🧪 Incompatible Materials

Strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

💨 Hazardous Decomposition Products

May evolve carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides.

Ecological Information & Environmental Impact

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data

🌱 Toxicity

no data available

🌱 Persistence and degradability

no data available

🌱 Bioaccumulative potential

no data available

🌱 Mobility in soil

no data available

🌱 PBT and vPvB assessment

no data available

🌱 Other adverse effects

no data available

🌱 Other adverse effects

no data available

Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods

Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements

♻️ Waste Treatment Methods

Dissolve in or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Transportation & Shipping Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements

🏷️ UN Number

UN2382

📦 Proper Shipping Name

Dimethylhydrazine, symmetrical

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

6.1,3

Regulatory Information & Compliance

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance status

📋 Regulatory Summary

This product contains a chemical on the New Jersey Right to Know Components List and a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

Chemical Safety Assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been performed for this substance.

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What other names is 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine known by?

1,2-Dimethylhydrazine is also known as: N,N'-Dimethylhydrazine

What is the hazard signal word for 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine?

1,2-Dimethylhydrazine is a liquid appearing as liquid . It has stench odor.

What is the solubility of 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine?

no data available

What is 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine used for?

For R&D use only.

What are the hazard statements for 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine?

This substance has 8 hazard statements: H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour H300: Fatal if swallowed H312: Harmful in contact with skin H318: Causes serious eye damage H331: Toxic if inhaled H335: May cause respiratory irritation H350: May cause cancer H413: May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

What is the melting point of 1,2-Dimethylhydrazine?

The melting point is -9℃ and the boiling point is 81°℃.