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Safety Data Sheet EN

MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)
Product Code
603-030-00-8

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Specific use(s): Refer to attached exposure scenario Annex.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

N

Nouryon Functional Chemicals AB

global supplier

SE 444 85 Stenungsund Sweden

+4630385000

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+31 57 06 79211

24 hours

Kemiakuten-SE

020 99 60 00

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing mist, vapours or spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type Substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
2-aminothanol; thanolamine EC: 205-483-3 141-43-5 90 - 100% Yes

Notes

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. Consult a physician after significant exposure.

Symptoms: May cause respiratory irritation.

Skin contact

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Symptoms: Immediate medical treatment is necessary as untreated wounds from corrosion of the skin heal slowly and with difficulty. If skin irritation persists, call a physician. Causes severe burns.

Eye contact

Rinse with plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse during transport. Remove contact lenses. Protect unharmed eye. Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

Symptoms: Causes serious eye damage. Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible tissue damage and blindness.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Take victim immediately to hospital. Do not induce vomiting!

Symptoms: May cause chemical burns in mouth and throat.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical attention is required. Immediate medical treatment is necessary. Get medical attention immediately. Take victim immediately to hospital.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

Related Substances

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Effective exhaust ventilation system Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Hands

butyl-rubber Break through time: > 30 min Glove thickness: >= 0.2 mm Wearing time < 30 minutes butyl-rubber Break through time: > 240 min Glove thickness: >= 0.6 mm Wearing time < 240 minutes butyl-rubber Break through time: > 480 min Glove thickness: >= 0.8 mm Wearing time < 480 minutes The data about break through time/strength of material are standard values! The exact break through time/strength of material has to be obtained from the producer of the protective glove.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166

Respiratory

In the case of vapour or aerosol formation use a respirator with an approved filter. Wear full face mask supplied with: Gas cartridge K (ammonia, green).

Skin/Body

Protective suit

Environmental

Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses. If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Clear liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Clear liquid
Odor
amine-like
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
12.1 at 20 C
Melting Point
4 C at 1,013 hPa
Boiling Point
167 C at 1,013 hPa
Flash Point
92.5 C Method: ISO 2719
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
0.5 hPa at 20 C
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1.016 at 20 C
Bulk Density
---
Density
1,016 kg/m3 at 20 C 1,000 kg/m3 at 40 C
Flammability
Product is combustible at high temperatures.
Upper Explosive Limit
27.0 %(V) at 133.8 C
Lower Explosive Limit
3.4 %(V) at 88.3 C
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
424 C at 1,013 hPa
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol and acetone.
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: -2.3 at 25 C
Solubility In Water
completely miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
61.08 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
23.18 mPa.s at 20 C
Kinematic Viscosity
23.55 mm2/s at 20 C
Properties Status
---
14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN 2491
Shipping Name
ETHANOLAMINE
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
III
ADR

Not applicable

IMDG

Not applicable

IATA

Not applicable

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)?

MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA) is a clear liquid with colourless color. It has amine-like odor.

What is the solubility of MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)?

Soluble in ethanol and acetone.

What is MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA) used for?

Specific use(s): Refer to attached exposure scenario Annex.

What are the hazard statements for MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H312: Harmful in contact with skin
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of MONOETHANOLAMINE (MEA)?

The melting point is 4 C at 1,013 hPa and the boiling point is 167 C at 1,013 hPa.

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