General Description
Colorless liquid with an amine smell. Mp: 14.1°C; bp: 273°C . Water soluble.
Reactivity Profile
M-XYLENE-ALPHA,ALPHA'-DIAMINE is combustible (Flash point 139°C). Incompatible with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.
Potential Exposure
m-Xylene-α,α0-diamine is a source of
m-xylene di-isocyanate and used as an intermediate in the
manufacture of epoxy and polyamide resins.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
30 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,
begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including
resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if
heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical
facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical
attention. Give large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.
Shipping
UN 2735A mines, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s, or
Polyamines, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s., Hazard class: 8; Labels:
8-Corrosive material, Technical Name Required. UN3267
Corrosive liquid, basic, organic, n.o.s., Hazard class: 8;
Labels: 8-Corrosive material, Technical Name Required.
Incompatibilities
Combustible; vapors may form explosive
mixture with air. Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates,
nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine,
bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions.
Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases,
strong acids, oxoacids, and epoxides.
Description
m-Xylene-α,α0-diamine is a colorless liquid.Molecular weight=136.22; Specific gravity (H2O:1)=1.032 at 25℃; Boiling point = 247.2℃; Freezing/Meltingpoint =15℃; Vapor pressure = 0.03 mmHg at 25℃; Flashpoint = 117℃. Hazard Identification (based on NFPA-704M Rating System): Health 3, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0.Soluble in water.
Chemical Properties
CLEAR SLIGHTLY YELLOW LIQUID
Chemical Properties
m-Xylene-α,α0-diamine is a colorless liquid.
Hazard
Moderately toxic by skin contact and ingestion.
Mildly toxic by inhalation. A severe skin, eye,
and gastrointestinal irritant.
storage
Color Code—White: Corrosive or Contact Hazard;Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Store in a securepoison location. Store separately in a corrosion-resistantlocation. Prior to working with this chemical you should betrained on its proper handling and storage. Store in tightlyclosed containers in a cool, well-ventilated area away fromoxidizers (such as perchlorates, peroxides, permanganates,chlorates, and nitrates) and strong acids (such as hydrochloride, sulfuric, and nitric). Store in tightly closed containersin a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat. Sources ofignition, such as smoking and open flames, are prohibitedwhere this chemical is used, handled, or stored in a mannerthat could create a potential fire or explosion hazard. Metalcontainers involving the transfer of 5 gallons or more ofthis chemical should be grounded and bonded. Drums mustbe equipped with self-closing valves, pressure vacuumbungs, and flame arresters. Use only nonsparking tools andequipment, especially when opening and closing containersof this chemical.
