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1,8-Diaminooctane(373-44-4)

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Product Identification

Product Name
1,8-Diaminooctane

Synonyms
1,8-Octamethylenediamine
1,8-Octylenediamine

CAS
373-44-4

Formula
C8H20N2

Molecular Weight
144.26

EINECS
206-764-3

RTECS
RG8841500

RTECS Class
Primary Irritant

Beilstein/Gmelin
1735426

Beilstein Reference
3-04-00-00612

EC Class
irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White solid.

Solubility in water
Very soluble

Melting Point
51

Boiling Point
241

Vapor Pressure
0.038 (25 C)

pKa/pKb
3.04 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient
1.1

Heat Of Vaporization
47.8 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation
Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin
Causes skin irritation.

Eyes
Causes eye irritation.

Hazards
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase
R 36/38

UN (DOT)
3263

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
106

Autoignition
285

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.