Hanson Chemicals

Diethylamine

Formula: C₄H₁₁N
CAS Number: 109-89-7
EC Number (EINECS): 203-716-3
HS Code: 29211110
UN Number: 1154
IUPAC Name: N-Ethylethanamine
Also Known As: DEA; N-Ethyl-ethanamine; Secondary Butylamine
Molecular Weight, g/mol: 73.14

Typical Specifications

Appearance: Colorless to yellow liquid
Odor: Ammoniacal, fishy
Melting Point, °C: −50
Boiling Point, °C: 55–56
Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): 0.707
Flash Point, °C: −28 (closed cup)
Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohol, ether
pH (1% solution): Alkaline (~11.5)
Purity, %: ≥99
Grades Available: Industrial, Technical, Pharma Grade
Packaging: 150kg drums, 800kg IBC tanks, bulk ISO tanks

Applications / Uses

Primary Applications

  • Intermediate in pharmaceuticals (antihistamines, anesthetics)

  • Production of pesticides, rubber accelerators, resins

  • Used in corrosion inhibitors and flotation agents

Secondary Applications

  • Solvent in organic synthesis

  • Catalyst in chemical processes

  • Intermediate in dyes, surfactants, and textile chemicals

End Industries Served: Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals, Rubber, Resins, Water Treatment, Coatings, Dyes, Petrochemicals

Safety & Handling Information

Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 2), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Corrosive (Category 1B)

Hazard Statements (H-Codes):

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

  • H332: Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):

  • P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames

  • P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection

  • P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED – rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting

  • P304 + P340: IF INHALED – move to fresh air and keep comfortable

Storage Conditions

  • Store under nitrogen in tightly closed containers

  • Keep in cool, ventilated area away from heat sources

  • Avoid contact with acids and oxidizing agents

Transport Information

  • ADR/RID: Class 3 (Flammable Liquids), UN1154, PG II

  • IMDG: Class 3, UN1154, PG II, Marine Pollutant: No

  • IATA: Class 3, UN1154, PG II

Regulatory Information

  • REACH Status (EU): Registered

  • FDA Approval: Not approved for direct food use

  • ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001)

  • Country Standards: Meets BIS / Technical / Pharma specifications depending on grade

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