Version 3.0
Date revised: 4/26/2019

SAFETY DATA SHEETNational Diagnostics

Conforms to regulation (EC) no. EU 453/2010

SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1 Product Identifier

Product Name: TEMED Product Number: EC-503

1.2 Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance/Mixture and Uses Advised Against

Investigational research by professional users

1.3 Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet

Manufacturer
National Diagnostics
305 Patton Drive
Atlanta, GA 30036
(404) 699-2121
(800) 526-3867
info@nationaldiagnostics.com

1.4 Emergency Telephone Number

ChemTel Inc.
Contract number MIS8894340
1-800 255-3924 (United States, Canada, Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands)
01-800-099-0731 (Mexico)
400-120-0751 (China)
000-800-100-4086 (India)
1-300-954-583 (Australia)
0-800-591-6042 (Brazil)
+1-813-255-3924 (All other regions)

SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation (Category 2B)

2.2 Label Elements

GHS LABEL ELEMENTS AND CLASSIFICATION
GHS Label Elements
FlammableHarmful

DANGER

H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H302 - Harmful if swallowed
H332 - Harmful if inhaled.
P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces---no smoking.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Corrosive 
  

2.3 Other Hazards

None found.

SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substance

Chemical Names/Description

N, N, N', N' - Tetramethylethylenediamine

Chemical Formula

C6H16N2

Component List

Component % Comp. CAS # EC #
Tetramethylethylenediamine100 110-18-9  203-744-6 


SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of First Aid Measures

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. If swallowed and the person is conscious, immediately give large amounts of water. Get medical attention.

Skin

Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed

Inhalation

Burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm inflammation and edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneuomonitis and pulmonary edema.

Ingestion

Can cause sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea.

Skin

Redness, pain, and severe burns.

Eyes

Blurred vision, redness, and pain. Continuous exposure to low levels of vapor can cause a blurring of vision called Blue Haze.

4.3 Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed

Unknown/not applicable

SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

Dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide. (Water may be ineffective.)

5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance/Mixture

Hazardous Combustion Products

Burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides.

Hazardous Polymerization

Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).

5.3 Advice for Firefighters

In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

5.4 Further Information

No data available.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal Precautions

Wear appropriate protective equipment as specified in Section 8.

6.2 Environmental Precautions

Prevent discharge into the environment. Dike spills and stop leakage where practical. Do not allow material to enter drains.

6.3 Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up

Ventilate area. Remove all sources of ignition. Isolate hazard area. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert material and place in a chemical waste container.

6.4 References to Other Sections

For disposal information see Section 13. For protective clothing and equipment see Section 8.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling

Avoid contact and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Transfer methods should avoid static sparks. Use explosion proof ventilation.

7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage (including any incompatibles)

Store tightly capped under nitrogen gas at 4C. Isolate from incompatible materials (section 10).

Incompatibles

Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong oxidizing agents, carbon dioxide, copper and copper alloys.

7.3 Specific End Uses

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SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

8.1 Control Parameters

ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):

none established

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL):

none established

8.2 Exposure Controls

Engineering Controls

A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source.

Respiratory Protection

For conditions of use where exposure to the substance is apparent, consult an industrial hygienist. For emergencies, or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator.

Eye Protection

Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.

Skin Protection

Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.


SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on Basic Physical & Chemical Properties

a. AppearanceClear, colorless liquidb. OdorStrong amine odor
c. Odor ThresholdN.A.d. pHNo information found
e. Melting/Freezing Point (oC)-55f. Boiling point (oC)120-122
g. Flash Point (oC)10h. Evaporation RateNo information found
i. FlammabilityCombustiblej. Upper/Lower Flammability or Explosive LimitsLEL, 0.98%; UEL, 9.08%
k. Vapor Pressure16 mm Hg @ 20Cl. Vapor Density (Air = 1)No information found
m. Relative Density0.78 @ 20 Cn. Water SolubilitySoluble in water
o. Partition Coefficient n-octanol/waterN.A.p. Autoignition Temperature (oC)N.A.
q. Decomposition Temperature (oC)N.A.r. ViscosityNo data available.
s. Explosive PropertiesFlammable vapors may create explosive conditiont. Oxidizing PropertiesNot an oxidizer

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity

Strong amine base- reacts violently with acids and oxidizing agents. Flammable vapors. Corrosive.

10.2 Chemical Stability

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

Will not occur under normal conditions of use (See Sections 10.4 & 10.5).

10.4 Conditions to Avoid

Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.

10.5 Incompatible Materials

Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong oxidizing agents, carbon dioxide, copper and copper alloys.

10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products

Burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides.

SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product LD50 Values

Oral Rat LD50 (mg/kg)

268

Dermal Rabbit LD50 (mg/kg)

5390

Component Cancer List Status

 NTP Carcinogen 
 KnownAnticipatedIARC Category
TetramethylethylenediamineNoNoNone

Potential Health Effects

Inhalation

Corrosive. Extremely destructive to tissues of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Ingestion

Corrosive. Swallowing can cause severe burns of the mouth, throat, and stomach.

Skin

Corrosive. Can cause severe burns of the skin. May be absorbed through the skin with possible systemic effects.

Eyes

Corrosive. Contact can cause severe tissue burns.

Carcinogenicity

Not listed by NTP or IARC as a known or anticipated carcinogen.

Mutagenicity

Negative in the Ames Salmonella/Microsome Assay.

Reproductive Toxicity

No information found.

Teratogenic Effects

No information found.

Routes of Entry

Inhalation, ingestion or skin contact.

Target Organ Statement

Skin and eyes (irritation) are expected to be the primary target organs of this product. Continuous exposure to low levels of vapor can cause a blurring of vision called Blue Haze. This effect is temporary if the affected individual is removed to fresh air. Continuous exposure may have an effect on the nervous system.

SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFOMATION

12.1 Toxicity

 VertebratesInvertebratesAlgaeMicroorganisms
Aquatic Toxicity
(ppm unless otherwise noted)
No dataNo dataNo dataNo data

 BirdsArthropodsPlantsMicroorganisms
Terrestrial Environment Toxicity
(ppm unless otherwise noted)
No dataNo dataNo dataNo data

12.2 Persistence and Degradability

No data

12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential

No data

12.4 Mobility in Soil

No data

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment

No data

12.6 Other Adverse Effects

None


SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste Treatment Methods

Offer surplus or non-recyclable product to licensed disposal company. Disposal is subject to user compliance with applicable law and product characteristics at time of disposal. Dispose of packaging as product.


SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

  ADR/RID IATA IMO DOT
14.1 UN Number 2372237223722372
14.2 Shipping Name1,2 - Di - (dimethylamino) ethane1,2 - Di - (dimethylamino) ethane1,2 - Di - (dimethylamino) ethane1,2 - Di - (dimethylamino) ethane
14.3 Hazard Class3333
14.4 Packing GroupIIIIIIII
14.5 Environmental HazardsN.A.N.A.Not regulatedN.A.
14.6 Special PrecautionsN.A.N.A.N.A.N.A.

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance/Mixture

United States

TSCA Regulatory Statement

All intentional ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
ComponentFirePressureReactivityAcuteChronic
TetramethylethylenediamineYesNoNoYesNo

Europe

EEC Regulatory

All intentional ingredients are listed on the European EINECS Inventory.

SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION

Revisional Updates

4/26/2019 - Updated Section 1.4
5/29/2015 - Updated Sections 2.1 and 3.1
7/23/2013 - Released Version 1.0

NFPA Codes

Health 3   Flammability 3  Reactivity 1

MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: The information given herein is offered in good faith as accurate, but without guarantee. Conditions of the use and suitability of the product for particular uses are beyond our control. All risks of use of the product are therefore assumed by the user. Nothing is intended as a recommendation for uses which infringe valid patents or as extending license under valid patents. Appropriate warnings and safe handling procedures should be provided to handlers and users.