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PRODUCT NAME: TRIMETHYLAMINE CHEMICAL NAME: Trimethylamine COMMON NAMES/SYNONYMS: N,N-Dimethylmethanamine; TMA TDG (Canada) CLASSIFICATION: 2.1 WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: A, B1, E, D2B PREPARED BY: Loss Control (908)464-8100/(905)501-1700 PREPARATION DATE: 6/1/95 REVIEW DATE: 6/7/96
As stated in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z (revised July 1, 1993) As stated in the ACGIH 1994-95 Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents
3. Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Corrosive and irritating to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Inhalation may result in chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Highly flammable.
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PRODUCT NAME: TRIMETHYLAMINE ROUTE OF ENTRY: Skin Contact Yes HEALTH EFFECTS: Exposure Limits Yes Teratogen No Synergistic Effects None Reported Carcinogenicity: -- NTP: No IARC: No
Skin Absorption No
Inhalation Yes
Ingestion Yes
Sensitization No Mutagen No
OSHA: No
EYE EFFECTS: Corrosive and irritating to the eyes. Mild concentrations may cause conjunctivitis. Higher concentrations may cause painful burns and ulcerations. Burns to the eyes may result in ulceration of the conjunctivae and cornea, and may cause destruction of all ocular tissue. SKIN EFFECTS: Corrosive and irritating to the skin and all living tissue. Toxic level exposure to dermal tissue causes severe burns. INGESTION EFFECTS: None specified. INHALATION EFFECTS: Corrosive and irritating to the upper and lower respiratory tract. Higher level concentrations are extremely destructive to the airway and could result in chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Severe destruction of tissues will result from prolonged exposure. Inhalation may have fatal consequences as a result of spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx and bronchi. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. NFPA HAZARD CODES Health: 3 Flammability: 4 Reactivity: 0 HMIS HAZARD CODES Health: 3 Flammability: 4 Reactivity: 0 RATINGS SYSTEM 0 = No Hazard 1 = Slight Hazard 2 = Moderate Hazard 3 = Serious Hazard 4 = Severe Hazard
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PRODUCT NAME: TRIMETHYLAMINE SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing as rapidly as possible. Flush affected area with copious quantities of water. Seek immediate medical attention. A physician should be informed that the "burn" was caused by an alkaline solution. A weak (1-2%) acetic acid solution or vinegar may be used as a counteractant. INGESTION: Not specified. INHALATION: PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE. RESCUE PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS. Victims should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from the contaminated area is most important. If breathing has stopped administer artificial resuscitation and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
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Refer to individual state of provincial regulations, as applicable, for limits which may be more stringent than those listed here. As stated in 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z (revised July 1, 1993) As stated in the ACGIH 1994-1995 Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Hood with forced ventilation. Use local ventilation to prevent accumulation above the exposure limit. Mechanical (Gen.): In accordance with electrical codes.
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PRODUCT NAME: TRIMETHYLAMINE SKIN PROTECTION: Butyl rubber, PVC or polyethylene. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Positive pressure air line with full-face mask and escape bottle or self-contained breathing apparatus should be available for emergency use. OTHER/GENERAL PROTECTION: Safety shoes, safety shower, eyewash "fountain", face shield and polyethylene, PVC or butyl rubber apron.
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Canada TDG
Trimethylamine, Anhydrous 2.1 UN 1083 FLAMMABLE GAS
Additional Marking Requirement: If net weight of product > 100 pounds, the container must be also marked with the letters RQ. Additional Shipping Paper Description Requirement: If net weight of product > 100 pounds, the shipping papers must be also marked with the letters RQ.
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