MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC. -- TRIMETHYLAMINE -- - 
=====================  Product Identification  =====================

Product ID:TRIMETHYLAMINE
MSDS Date:Jan 24 1989
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
Box:City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:530 WATSON STREET
Box:City:WHITBY
State:ZIP:L1N 5R9
Country:ONTARIO, CANADA
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:


=============  Composition/Information on Ingredients  =============

Ingred Name:TRIMETHYLAMINE
CAS:75-50-3
Fraction by Wt: 100.0%

=====================  Hazards Identification  =====================

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No    IARC:No	OSHA:No
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: burns
    LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in short term exposure
    SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: burns, absorption may occur,
    nausea, headache LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in
    short term exposure EYE CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: burns,
    tearing LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in short term
    exposure INGESTION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: burns LONG TERM EXPOSURE:
    same as effects reported in short term exposure
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

=======================  First Aid Measures  =======================

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
    uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
    If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
    qualified personnel. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT:
    Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes while
    removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get immediate medical
    attention. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing and shoes
    before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes. EYE CONTACT: Immediately
    flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get
    immediate medical attention. INGESTION: If swallowed, drink plenty
    of water, do NOT induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.
    NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen.   Avoid gastric
    lavage or emesis.

=====================  Fire Fighting Measures  =====================

Flash Point:10 F (-12 C) (CC)
Autoignition Temp:374 F (190 C)
Lower Limits:2.0%
Upper Limits:11.6%
Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
    Use regular foam or flood with fine water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
    done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well
    after the fire is out. Stay away from the ends of tanks. For fires
    in cargo or storage area: If this is impossible then take the
    following precautions: Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard
    area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in
    case of rising sound from venting safety device or any
    discoloration of tanks due to fire. For tank, rail car or tank
    truck: Let burn unless leak can be stopped immediately. For smaller
    tanks or cylinders, extinguish and isolate from other flammables.
    Evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile). Do not attempt to
    extinguish fire unless flow of material can be stopped first. Flood
    with fine water spray. Cool containers with water. Apply water from
    a protected location or from a safe distance. Avoid inhalation of
    material or combustion by-products. Stay upwind and keep out of low
    areas. Stop flow of gas.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Severe fire hazard. Moderate explosion
    hazard. The vapor is heavier than air. Vapors or gases may ignite
    at distant ignition sources and flash back. Vapor/air mixtures are
    explosive above flash point. Containers may rupture or explode if
    exposed to heat.

==================  Accidental Release Measures  ==================

Neutralizing Agent:

======================	Handling and Storage  ======================

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
    all current regulations and standards. Store below 52 C. Store in a
    cool, dry place. Store in a well-ventilated area. Store outside or
    in a detached building. Avoid contact with water or moisture.
    Protect from physical damage. Subject to storage regulations: U.S.
    OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. Keep separated from incompatible substances.
Other Precautions:

=============  Exposure Controls/Personal Protection  =============

Respiratory Protection: TRIMETHYLAMINE: 10 ppm (24 mg/m3) OSHA TWA
    (vacated by 58 FR 35338, June 30, 1993) 15 ppm (36 mg/m3) OSHA STEL
    (vacated by 58 FR 35338, June 30, 1993) 5 ppm ACGIH TWA 15 ppm
    ACGIH STEL 10 ppm (24 mg/m3) NIOSH recommended TWA 10 hour(s) 15
    ppm (36 mg/m3) NIOSH recommended STEL 1 ppm AIHA recommended TWA
Ventilation:Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if
    explosive concentrations of material are present. Provide local
    exhaust or process enclosure ventilation system. Ensure compliance
    with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Eye Protection:Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a faceshield.
    Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in
    the immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:Wear appropriate chemical resistant
    clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
 TRIMETHYLAMINE: 10 ppm (24 mg/m3) OSHA TWA (vacated by 58 FR 35338,
    June 30, 1993) 15 ppm (36 mg/m3) OSHA STEL (vacated by 58 FR 35338,
    June 30, 1993) 5 ppm ACGIH TWA 15 ppm ACGIH STEL 10 ppm (24 mg/m3)
    NIOSH recommended TWA 10 hour(s) 15 ppm (36 mg/m3) NIOSH
    recommended STEL 1 ppm AIHA recommended TWA

==================  Physical/Chemical Properties  ==================

Boiling Pt:25-37 F (-4 to 3 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-191 to -179 F (-124 to -117 C)
Vapor Pres:1.9 atm @ 21.1 C
Vapor Density:2.04-2.10
Spec Gravity:0.6356-0.6709
pH:strongly basic
Evaporation Rate & Reference:>1 (butyl acetate=1)
Solubility in Water:41000 mg/100 g @ 19 C
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:ammonia
    odor, fishy odor, pungent odor
Corrosion Rate:

=================  Stability and Reactivity Data  =================

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Stable at normal temperatures
    and pressure.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other
    sources of ignition. Minimize contact with material. Avoid
    inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Keep out of water
    supplies and sewers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products in the
    absence of oxygen: amides, cyanates, cyanogen, hydrogen cyanide,
    isocyanates, nitriles, nitrogen compounds, oxides of carbon Thermal
    decomposition products in the absence of oxygen: amides, cyanates,
    cyanogen, hydrogen cyanide, isocyanates, nitriles, nitrogen
    compounds, oxides of carbon Thermal decomposition products or
    combustion: ammonia, oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

===================  Toxicological Information	===================

Toxicological Information:TRIMETHYLAMINE: TOXICITY DATA: 19 gm/m3
    inhalation-mouse LC50; 500 mg/kg oral-rat LD50 LOCAL EFFECTS:
    Corrosive: inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion Lacrimator: eye ACUTE
    TOXICITY LEVEL: Toxic: inhalation, ingestion MEDICAL CONDITIONS
    AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: eye disorders, respiratory disorders, skin
    disorders REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS DATA: Available.

=====================  Ecological Information  =====================

Ecological:ECOTOXICITY DATA: FISH TOXICITY: 1000000 ug/L 48 hour(s)
    LC50 (Mortality) Medaka, high-eyes (Oryzias latipes) ALGAL
    TOXICITY: 5900 ug/L 96 hour(s) (Physiological) Green algae
    (Gloeotaenium loitlesbergerianu)  FATE AND TRANSPORT: KOW: 0.16
    (log = -0.796) KOC: 8.79 (log = 0.944) (estimated from KOW)
    BIOCONCENTRATION: 0.15 (estimated from KOW)  ENVIRONMENTAL SUMMARY:
    Leaches through the soil or the sediment at a very rapid rate.
    Accumulates very little in the bodies of living organisms.

====================  Disposal Considerations  ====================

Waste Disposal Methods:Dispose in accordance with all applicable
    regulations. Subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262.
    Hazardous Waste Number(s): D001.

===================  MSDS Transport Information  ===================

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
    Trimethylamine, anhydrous ID NUMBER: UN1083 HAZARD CLASS OR
    DIVISION: 2.1 LABELING REQUIREMENTS: Flammable gas QUANTITY
    LIMITATIONS: PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR: Forbidden CARGO
    AIRCRAFT ONLY: 150 kg

=====================  Regulatory Information  =====================

SARA Title III Information:  SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
    HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated.  SARA TITLE
    III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
    regulated.	SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
    CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):   ACUTE: Yes  CHRONIC: No  FIRE: Yes 
    REACTIVE: No  SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes  SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
    CFR 372.65): Not regulated.
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
    SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4):	TRIMETHYLAMINE: 100LBSRQ OSHA PROCESS
    SAFETY (29CFR1910.119): Not regulated.
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Not regulated.

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