Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Print Date: 18 Feb 2011 ®(TM)*Trademark of The Dow Chemical Compan y ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow Page 1 of 9 The Dow Chemical Company encourages and expects you to read and understand the entire (M)SDS, as there is important information throughout the docu ment. We expect you to follow the precautions identified in this document unless your use conditions would necessitate other appropriate methods or actions. 1. Product and Company Identification Product Name Diethanolamine COMPANY IDENTIFICATION The Dow Chemical Company 2030 Willard H. Dow Center Midland, MI 48674 USA Customer Information Number: 800-258-2436 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER 24-Hour Emergency Contact: 989-636-4400 Local Emergency Contact: 989-636-4400 2. Hazards Identification Emergency Overview Color: Colorless above freezing point Physical State: Liquid above freezing point Odor: Ammoniacal Hazards of product: WARNING! Causes eye irritation. May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. Potential Health Effects Eye Contact: May cause severe eye irritation. May cause severe corneal injury. Skin Contact: Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation with local redness. Repeated contact may cause skin burns. Symptoms may include pain, severe local redness, swelling, and tissue damage. May cause more severe response if skin is abraded (scratched or cut). Not classified as corrosive to the skin according to DOT guidelines. Material Safety Data Sheet The Dow Chemical Company Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 2 of 9 Skin Absorption: Prolonged skin contact is unlikely to result in absorption of harmful amounts. Inhalation: At room temperature, exposure to vapor is minimal due to low volatility. Vapor from heated material may cause respiratory irritation and other effects. Ingestion: Low toxicity if swallowed. Small amounts swallowed incidentally as a result of normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury; however, swallowing larger amounts may cause injury. Swallowing may result in gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration. Effects of Repeated Exposure: Results from repeated exposure tests on diethanolamine in laboratory animals include anemia (rats) and effects on kidney (rats and mice) and liver (mice). Heart and nervous system effects were also observed in animals given exaggerated doses of diethanolamine. Changes in other organs, causes of which are nonspecific, were judged secondary to the poor health of the animals due to the extremely high doses of diethanolamine given. Cancer Information: Findings from a chronic diethanolamine skin painting study by NTP include liver and kidney tumors in mice; no tumors were observed in rats. Mechanistic studies indicate that tumor formation is of questionable relevance to humans. Birth Defects/Developmental Effects: Has been toxic to the fetus in laboratory animals at doses toxic to the mother. Component CAS # Amount N,N-Diethanolamine 111-42-2 > 99.2 % 4. First-aid measures Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water; remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue flushing eyes for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention without delay, preferably from an ophthalmologist. Eye wash fountain should be located in immediate work area. Skin Contact: Wash skin with plenty of water. Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; if effects occur, consult a physician. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Give one cup (8 ounces or 240 ml) of water or milk if available and transport to a medical facility. Do not give anything by mouth unless the person is fully conscious. Notes to Physician: If burn is present, treat as any thermal burn, after decontamination. Due to irritant properties, swallowing may result in burns/ulceration of mouth, stomach and lower gastrointestinal tract with subsequent stricture. Aspiration of vomitus may cause lung injury. Suggest endotracheal/esophageal control if lavage is done. No specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient. Emergency Personnel Protection: First Aid responders should pay attention to self-protection and use the recommended protective clothing (chemical resistant gloves, splash protection). If potential for exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective equipment. 5. Fire Fighting Measures Extinguishing Media: Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam. Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire. Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred. General purpose synthetic foam s (including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but will be less effective. Fire Fighting Procedures: Keep people away. Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry. Use water spray to cool fire exposed containers and fire affected zone until fire is out and danger of reignition has passed. Fight fire from protected location or safe distance. Consider the use of unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Immediately withdraw all personnel from the area in case of rising sound from venting safety device or discoloration of the container. Burning liquids may be extinguished by dilution with water. Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire. Move container from fire area if 3. Composition Information Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 3 of 9 this is possible without hazard. Burning liquids may be moved by flushing with water to protect personnel and minimize property damage. Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers, boots, and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight fire from a protected location or safe distance. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Container may rupture from gas generation in a fire situation. Violent steam generation or eruption may occur upon application of direct water stream to hot liquids. Hazardous Combustion Products: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion products may include and are not limited to: Nitrogen oxides. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. 6. Accidental Release Measures Steps to be Taken if Material is Released or Spilled: Small spills: Absorb with materials such as: Non-combustible material. Sand. Clay. Vermiculite. Zorb-all®. Collect in suitable and properly labeled containers. Do NOT use absorbent materials such as: Cellulose. Sawdust. Large spills: Contain spilled material if possible. Pump into suitable and properly labeled containers. See Section 13, Disposal Considerations, for additional information. Personal Precautions: Isolate area. Refer to Section 7, Handling, for additional precautionary measures. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering the area. Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection. Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information. 7. Handling and Storage Handling General Handling: Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Do not swallow. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not use sodium nitrite or other nitrosating agents in formulations containing this product. Suspected cancer-causing nitrosamines could be formed. See Section 8, EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PE RSONAL PROTECTION. Storage Store in a dry place. Avoid moisture. Do not store in: Aluminum. Copper. Copper alloys. Avoid freezing. Storage Period: Storage temperature: 34 - 49 °C Bulk 6 Months Metal drums. 24 Months 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Exposure Limits Component List Type Value | N,N-Diethanolamine ACGIH TWA Inhalable fraction and vapor. 1 mg/m3 SKIN Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 4 of 9 A "skin" notation following the exposure guideline re fers to the potential for dermal absorption of the material including mucous membranes and the eyes either by contact with vapors or by direct skin contact. It is intended to alert the reader that inhalation may not be the only route of exposure and that measures to minimize dermal exposures should be considered. Personal Protection Eye/Face Protection: Use chemical goggles. Skin Protection: When prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur, use protective clothing chemically resistant to this material. Selection of sp ecific items such as faceshield, boots, apron, or full-body suit will depend on the task. If hands are cu t or scratched, use gloves chemically resistant to this material even for brief exposures. Hand protection: Use gloves chemically resistant to this material when prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur. Examples of preferred glove barrier materials include: Chlorinated polyethylene. Polyethy lene. Ethyl vinyl alcohol laminate ("EVAL"). Examples of acceptable glove barrier materials include: Butyl rubber. Natural rubber ("latex"). Neoprene. Nitrile/butadiene rubber ("nitrile" or "NBR"). Polyvinyl alcohol ("PVA"). Polyvinyl chloride ("PVC" or "vinyl"). Viton. NOTICE: The selection of a specific glove for a particular application and duration of use in a workplace should also take into account all relevant workplace factors such as, but not limited to: Other chemicals which may be handled, physical requirements (cut/puncture protection, dexterity, thermal protection), potential body reactions to glove materials, as well as the instructions/specifications provided by the glove supplier. Respiratory Protection: Respiratory protection should be worn when there is a potential to exceed the exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, wear respiratory protection when adverse effects, such as respiratory irritation or discomfort have been experienced, or where indicated by your risk assessment process. For most conditions, no respiratory protection should be nee ded; however, if handling at elevated temperatures without sufficient ventilation, use an approved air-purifying respirator. The following should be effective types of air-purifying respirators: Organic vapor cartridge. Ingestion: Use good personal hygiene. Do not consume or store food in the work area. Wash hands before smoking or eating. Engineering Controls Ventilation: Use local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, general ventilation should be sufficient for most operations. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical State Liquid above freezing point Color Colorless above freezing point Odor Ammoniacal Odor Threshold No test data available Flash Point - Closed Cup 191 °C (376 °F) Pensky-Martens Closed Cup ASTM D 93 Flammability (solid, gas) No Flammable Limits In Air Lower : 1.5 %(V) Literature Upper : No test data available Autoignition Temperature 395 °C (743 °F) Literature Vapor Pressure < 0.01 mmHg @ 20 °C Literature Boiling Point (760 mmHg) 268 °C (514 °F) Estimated. Decomposes. Vapor Density (air = 1) 3.6 Literature Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) 1.092 30 °C/20 °C Literature Freezing Point 28.0 °C (82.4 °F) Literature Melting Point Not applicable to liquids Solubility in water (by weight) 100 % @ 20 °C Literature pH 11.5 (10% aqueous solution) Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 5 of 9 Decomposition Temperature No test data available Partition coefficient, n- octanol/water (log Pow) -2.18 Shake flask (OECD 107 Test) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) No test data available Dynamic Viscosity 380 mPa.s @ 30 °C Literature Kinematic Viscosity No test data available 10. Stability and Reactivity Stability/Instability Stable under recommended storage conditions. See Storage, Section 7. Hygroscopic. Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to elevated temperatures can cause product to decompose. Generation of gas during decomposition can cause pressure in closed systems. Avoid moisture. Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with: Nitrites. Strong acids. Strong oxidizers. Product may potentially react with various halogenated organic solvents, resulting in temperature and/or pressure increases Corrosive when wet. Heating above 60°C in the presence of aluminum can result in corrosion and generation of flammable hydrogen gas. Avoid unintended contact with: Halogenated hydrocarbons. Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. Thermal Decomposition Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials. 11. Toxicological Information Acute Toxicity Ingestion LD50, Rat, female 680 - 1,100 mg/kg Skin Absorption LD50, Rabbit > 8,200 mg/kg Repeated Dose Toxicity Results from repeated exposure tests on diethanolamine in laboratory animals include anemia (rats) and effects on kidney (rats and mice) and liver (mice). Heart and nervous system effects were also observed in animals given exaggerated doses of diet hanolamine. Changes in other organs, causes of which are nonspecific, were judged secondary to the poor health of the animals due to the extremely high doses of diethanolamine given. Chronic Toxicity and Carcinogenicity Findings from a chronic diethanolamine skin painting study by NTP include liver and kidney tumors in mice; no tumors were observed in rats. Mechanistic studies indicate that tumor formation is of questionable relevance to humans. A number of factors may have influenced the results and are being considered in their interpretation. Carcinogenicity Classifications: Component List Classification N,N-Diethanolamine ACGIH Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans.; Group A3 Developmental Toxicity Has been toxic to the fetus in laboratory animals at doses toxic to the mother. Did not cause birth defects in laboratory animals. Reproductive Toxicity No relevant information found. Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 6 of 9 Genetic Toxicology In vitro genetic toxicity studies were negative. Animal genetic toxicity studies were negative. 12. Ecological Information ENVIRONMENTAL FATE Movement & Partitioning Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF less than 100 or log Pow less than 3). Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50). Given its very low Henry's constant, volatilization from natural bodies of water or moist soil is not expected to be an important fate process. Henry's Law Constant (H): 5.35E-14 atm*m3/mole; 25 °C Measured Partition coefficient, n-octanol/water (log Pow): -2.18 Shake flask (OECD 107 Test) Partition coefficient, soil organic carbon/water (Koc): 1 Estimated. Persistence and Degradability Material is readily biodegradable. Passes OECD test(s) for ready biodegradability. Material is ultimately biodegradable (reaches > 70% mineralization in OECD test(s) for inherent biodegradability). Indirect Photodegradation with OH Radicals Rate Constant Atmospheric Half-life Method 8.90E-11 cm3/s 0.167 d Estimated. OECD Biodegradation Tests: Biodegradation Exposure Time Method 100 % 19 d OECD 301E Test Theoretical Oxygen Demand: 2.13 mg/mg ECOTOXICITY Material is moderately toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50 between 1 and 10 mg/L in the most sensitive species tested). May increase pH of aquatic systems to > pH 10 which may be toxic to aquatic organisms. Fish Acute & Prolonged Toxicity LC50, bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus), static: 1,850 - 2,100 mg/l Aquatic Invertebrate Acute Toxicity LC50, water flea Daphnia magna, 48 h: 122 mg/l Aquatic Plant Toxicity EC50, green alga Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (formerly known as Selenastrum capricornutum), biomass growth inhibition, 96 h: 3.3 - 3.6 mg/l Toxicity to Micro-organisms EC50, OECD 209 Test; activated sludge, respiration inhibition, 3 h: > 1,000 mg/l 13. Disposal Considerations DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROU ND, OR INTO ANY BODY OF WATER. All disposal practices must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of th e waste generator. AS YOUR SUPPLIER, WE HAVE NO CONTROL OVER THE MANAGEMENT PRAC TICES OR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES OF PARTIES HANDLING OR USING THIS MATERI AL. THE INFORMATION PRESENTED HERE PERTAINS ONLY TO THE PRODUCT AS SHIP PED IN ITS INTENDED CONDITION AS DESCRIBED IN MSDS SECTION: Composition Information. FOR UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT, the preferred options include sending to a licensed, permitted: Incinerator or other thermal destruction device. Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 7 of 9 14. Transport Information DOT Non-Bulk Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, LIQUID, N.O.S Technical Name: CONTAINS DIETHANOLAMINE Hazard Class: 9 ID Number: UN3082 Packing Group: PG III DOT Bulk Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, LIQUID, N.O.S Technical Name: CONTAINS DIETHANOLAMINE Hazard Class: 9 ID Number: UN3082 Packing Group: PG III IMDG Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, LIQUID, N.O.S Technical Name: CONTAINS DIETHANOLAMINE Hazard Class: 9 ID Number: UN3082 Packing Group: PG III EMS Number: F-A,S-F Marine pollutant.: No Marine pollutant.: No ICAO/IATA Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. Technical Name: CONTAINS DIETHANOLAMINE Hazard Class: 9 ID Number: UN3082 Packing Group: PG III Additional Information Reportable quantity: 101 lb – DIETHANOLAMINE This information is not intended to convey all specific regulatory or operational requirements/information relating to this product. Additional transportation system information can be obtained through an authorized sales or customer service representative. It is the responsibility of the transporting organization to follow all applicable laws, regulations and rules relating to the transportation of the material. 15. Regulatory Information OSHA Hazard Communication Standard This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. Superfund Amendments and R eauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986) Sections 311 and 312 Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard Yes Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard Yes Fire Hazard No Reactive Hazard No Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986) Section 313 This product contains the following substances which are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and which are listed in 40 CFR 372. Component CAS # Amount N,N-Diethanolamine 111-42-2 > 99.2 % Pennsylvania (Worker and Community Right-To-Know Act): Pennsylvania Hazardous Substances List and/or Pennsylvania Environmental Hazardous Substance List: Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 8 of 9 The following product components are cited in the Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List and/or the Pennsylvania Environmental Substance List, and ar e present at levels which require reporting. Component CAS # Amount N,N-Diethanolamine 111-42-2 > 99.2 % Pennsylvania (Worker and Community Right-To-Know Act): Pennsylvania Special Hazardous Substances List: To the best of our knowledge, this product does not contain chemicals at levels which require reporting under this statute. California Proposition 65 (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986) This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, at levels which would require a warning under the statute. US. Toxic Substances Control Act All components of this product are on the TSCA Inventory or are exempt from TSCA Inventory requirements under 40 CFR 720.30 CEPA - Domestic Substances List (DSL) All substances contained in this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL) or are not required to be listed. 16. Other Information Product Literature Additional information on this product may be obtained by calling your sales or customer service contact. Ask for a product brochure. Additional information on this and other Dow products may be obtained by visiting our web page at www.dow.com. Hazard Rating System NFPA Health Fire Reactivity 2 1 0 Recommended Uses and Restrictions Chemical intermediate. We recommend that you use this product in a manner consistent with the listed use. If your intended use is not consistent with the stated use, please contact your sales or technical service representative. Revision Identification Number: 78279 / 0000 / Issue Date 10/01/2009 / Version: 5.1 Most recent revision(s) are noted by the bold, double bars in left-hand margin throughout this document. Legend N/A Not available W/W Weight/Weight OEL Occupational Exposure Limit STEL Short Term Exposure Limit TWA Time Weighted Average ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Inc. DOW IHG Dow Industrial Hygiene Guideline WEEL Workplace Environmental Exposure Level HAZ_DES Hazard Designation Action Level A value set by OSHA that is lower than the PEL which will trigger the need for activities such as exposure monitori ng and medical surveillance if exceeded. Product Name: Diethanolamine Issue Date: 10/01/2009 Page 9 of 9 The Dow Chemical Company urges each customer or recipient of this (M)SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and understand the data contained in this (M)SDS and any hazards associ ated with the product. The information herein is provided in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ between various locations. It is the buyer's/user's re sponsibility to ensure that hi s activities comply with all federal, state, provincial or local laws. The information presented here pertains only to the product as shipped. Since conditions for use of the product are not under the control of the manufacturer, it is the buyer's/user's duty to determine the conditions necessary for the safe use of this product. 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