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This bulletin is offered as a guide to the handling and storage of BASF Amines. The
information contained herein is the best available to BASF Corporation and is suppled as a
service to our customers. BASF CORPORATION CANNOT AND DOES NOT ASSUME ANY
WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS FOR THE ACCURACY OF INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN.
THE CUSTOMER IS ENCOURAGED TO USE THIS AND ALL OTHER PUBLICLY AVAILABLE
INFORMATION DEALING WITH THESE PARTICULAR PRODUCTS
Contents
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Physical Properties
3-Methoxypropylamine
Cyclohexylamine
Diethylethanolamine
Morpholine
Flash Point Dissolution Chart
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Transportation-Storage-Handling
General
Shipping
Bulk Storage Tanks
Cleaning Storage Tanks
Ground Requirements
Storage Temperatures
Inert Gas Blanketing
General Tank Operating Recommendations
Spill Containment / Removal
Lines and pumps
Lubricants
Vapor Return Line
Vents
Level Indicators
Filters
Bulk Handling Facilities, Figures 1a, 1b
Safety Precautions during Tank Filling
Rail Car Unloading
Tank Truck Unloading
Drum Storage and Handling
Laboratory Handling
Storage
Work Area
Waste Disposal
Drumming Procedure
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3-Methyoxypropylamine
Physical Property Data
Chemical Name: 3-Methoxy-1-propanamine
Cas Reg. No. 5332 - 73 - 0
Formula: C4H11NO
Molecular Weight: 89.1 g/mol
Property
Units
Values
C / F
118 / 224.4
Density, 20 C
g / ml
0.87
Freezing Point
C / F
<-70 / -94
C / F
27 / 80.6
Autoignition Temperature
C / F
270 / 518
Lower Limit
Vol. %
2.3
Upper Limit
Vol. %
12.3
@20 C
mbar
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Flammability Limits
Vapor Pressure
Cyclohexylamine
Physical Property Data
Chemical Name: Cyclohexylamine
Cas Reg. No. 108 - 91 - 8
Formula: C6H13N
Molecular Weight: 99.2 g/mol
NH2
Property
Units
Values
C / F
134 / 273.2
Density, @ 20 C
g / ml
0.87
Freezing Point
C / F
-18 / -0.4
C / F
27 / 80.6
Autoignition Temperature
C / F
265 / 509
Lower Limit
Vol. %
1.6
Upper Limit
Vol. %
9.4
@20 C
mbar
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Flammability Limits
Vapor Pressure
Diethylethanolamine
Physical Property Data
CH3 CH2
N CH2 CH2 OH
CH3 CH2
Property
Units
Values
C / F
162 / 323.6
Density, @ 20 C
g / ml
0.88
Freezing Point
C / F
-70 / -94
C / F
51.5 / 124.7
Autoignition Temperature
C / F
270 / 518
Lower Limit
Vol. %
0.7 (39 C)
Upper Limit
Vol. %
10.1 (92.5 C)
@20 C
mbar
1.9
Flammability Limits
Vapor Pressure
Morpholine
O
N
H
Property
Units
Values
C / F
129 / 264.2
Density, @ 20 C
g / ml
(20 C)
cal / g
120.6
(128.3 C)
cal / g
101.6
Freezing Point
C / F
-5 / 23
C / F
32 / 89.6
Autoignition Temperature
C / F
275 / 527
Lower Limit
Vol. %
1.4
Upper Limit
Vol. %
13.1
mbar
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Heat of Vaporization
Flammability Limits
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
DEEA
Morpholine
CHA
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
Health Hazards
3-Methoxypropylamine
Toxicity
Exposure Limits
There are currently no regulatory exposure limits
established for 3-methoxypropylamine. The
American Industrial Hygiene Association has published workplace environmental exposure levels
(WEEL). For 3-Methoxypropylamine, this guideline
value is 5 ppm, as an 8 hour time weighted average
and 15 ppm as a short term exposure limit (15min.).
Cyclohexylamine
Toxicity
Acute Overexposure Effects
Cyclohexylamine is corrosive to body tissues.
It can be absorbed in toxic amounts through
the skin.
Skin contact with the liquid or vapors/mists
may result in deep burns.
Eye contact may result in burns and
permanent injury.
Inhalation of cyclohexylamine may result in
irritation, lightheadedness, drowsiness, anxiety,
nausea, and vomiting.
Cyclohexylamine is toxic by ingestion.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Dilute
with water or milk and get immediate medical
attention. Never give fluids or induce vomiting if
the victim is unconscious or having convulsions.
Inhalation:
Move to fresh air. Aid in breathing, if necessary, and
get medical attention.
Exposure Limits
The American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygients (ACGIH) Threshold Limit Value
(TLV) is 10 ppm as a time-weighted average.
Diethylethanolamine
Toxicity
Acute Overexposure Effects
Diethylethanolamine is corrosive to body tissues.
Skin contact with the liquid or vapors/mists may
result in deep burns.
Eye contact may result in burns and
permanent injury.
Ingestion may result in severe gastric
disturbances and corrosive damage.
May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Exposure Limits
The current NIOSH and OSHA exposure limit for
Diethylethanolamine is 10 ppm (50 mg/m3).
8 hour time weighted average.
The ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV) is 2 ppm
as a time-weighted-average.
NIOSH/OSHA and ACGIH values also include a
skin notation, indicating the DEEA may be
absorbed through the skin.
Morpholine
Toxicity
Exposure Limits
The current NIOSH and OSHA exposure limits for
Morpholine are 20 ppm (70 mg/m3) TWA with a
skin notation.
The current NIOSH short term exposure limit
(STEL) is 30 ppm.
The ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV) is
20 ppm TWA, with a skin notation.
58 - 195 mg/l/96h
49 - 80 mg/l
20 mg/l
54 mg/l
83.6 mg/l
30 mg/l
20 - 380 mg/l/96h
100 mg/l
28 mg/l
>310 mg/l
>10000 mg/l
Environmental Fate
Cyclohexylamine, Diethylethanolamine, Morpholine and 3-Methoxypropylamine
are alkalines. Before discharging into treatment plants be familiar with federal,
state and local regulations and your sites permits. Ensure any discharges
comply with your sites environmental operating procedures.
USDOT
Table 1
DOT Information
3-Methoxypropylamine
Diethylethanolamine
Primary Hazard
Class
8
(CORROSIVE)
8
(CORROSIVE)
8
(CORROSIVE)
8
(CORROSIVE)
Secondary Hazard
Class
3
(FLAMMABLE)
3
(FLAMMABLE)
3
(FLAMMABLE)
3
(FLAMMABLE)
DOT Placard
required
CORROSIVE
CORROSIVE
CORROSIVE
CORROSIVE
UN Number
2734
2686
2357
2054
II
II
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E/R Guide
Cyclohexylamine,
8, (3), UN 2357, PG II
Morpholine
Packaging Group
Diethylaminoethanol,
8, (3), UN 2686, PG II
Cyclohexylamine
DOT Proper
Shipping Name
Morpholine,
8, (3), UN 2054, PG I
Testing
The bulk storage system, tanks and piping should
be hydrostatically tested for leaks before introducing product. Testing hydrostatically is preferred,
but nitrogen can be used if water contamination is
a concern. If water is used, the tank interior, lines,
pumps and valves should be thoroughly dried
before introducing product.
Ground Requirements
Each part of a bulk handling system including
tanks, pumps, hoses, platforms, tank cars and tank
trucks should be electrically grounded to a ground
rod or other approved ground system. Wire
jumpers should be installed at swivel joints and
other locations to provide an unbroken
low-resistance ground circuit. Recommended
ground resistances are shown in Table 2.
Table 2
Recommended ground resistances
Service
Motor-hazardous area
Grounding
Ground wire in conduit with circuit
connectors
2-5
Cable to ground
Pipelines
2-5
2-5
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Storage Temperatures
Spill Containment/Removal
1. Morpholine
Morpholine freezes at a temperature of 5 C/
23 F. It is therefore recommended to equip the
tank with a heating system for product storage in
climates where ambient temperatures can cause
freezing. External heating panels, (electric or low
pressure steam), a temperature controller as well
as sufficient insulation are recommended. The
same recommendations apply to transfer lines,
valves and pumps.
2. Cyclohexylamine
Cyclohexylamine freezes at a temperature of
18 C / -0.4 F. The same recommendations as
tested for morpholine apply if ambient temperatures could cause freezing of the product.
3. Diethylethanolamine
Diethylethanolamine freezes at a temperature of
68 C / -90.4 F. Heating and insulation of
transfer equipment is not required.
4. 3-Methoxypropylamine
3-Methoxypropylamine freezes at a temperature
of 70 C / -94 F. Heating and insulation of
transfer equipment is not required.
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Level Indicators
Lubricants
Filters
Vents
Vents to the atmosphere should be fitted with a
flame arrestor. All storage tanks require some
means of preventing vacuum or pressure buildup
as liquid is withdrawn or added and atmospheric
conditions change. Amine tanks should have a
conservation vent with a flame arrestor. An emergency vent must be provided, having sufficient
venting capacity to protect the tank in the event of
fire.
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General
Assure that the recommended personal protective
equipment is used before proceeding with the
unloading operation. See the products MSDS for
recommendations.
Unloading Procedure
1. Set blue flags. Chock the wheels of the rail
car. Attach a certified grounding cable to the
frame of the car. See table 2 of this section for
recommended ground resistances.
2. Compare the rail car number with the bill of lading to ensure that the proper shipment is to be
unloaded. Follow your sites quality and operating procedures.
Unloading Procedure
1. Chock the wheels of the tank truck. Attach a
grounding cable to the frame of the truck. See
table 2 of this section for recommended ground
resistances.
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Laboratory Handling
Storage
Laboratory supplies (bulk quantities) should be stored
outside the laboratory building in closed, grounded
safety cabinets that can be locked. Daily chemical
requirements should be brought into the laboratory in
glass or compatible plastic or metal containers. The
minimum protective equipment should be safety goggles, respirator and neoprene gloves. All traces of
spilled liquid should be washed or removed from the
outside of the container before bringing it into the laboratory.
Work Area
All operations involving amines should be carried out
in a well ventilated area. Any operations carried out in
open containers should be done under a hood. The
hood should have a separate exhaust system such
that exhaust vapors are prevented from being pulled
into the building through the air intakes.
Waste Disposal
Facilities should be provided for safe handling of
amines waste and to prevent their vapors from escaping in the laboratory work area. Portable flammable
solvent waste containers with tightly fitting self closing
lids that are satisfactory for this operation. Laboratory
amines waste should be disposed of in accordance
with local, state and federal requirements. Follow
your states waste handling procedures.
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Drum Specifications:
A 55 gal steel drums, UN 1A1/X/1.33/300.
is recommended.
Drumming Procedure
Operating personnel assigned to the drumming operation should be thoroughly familiar with the physical and
toxicological properties and with the recommended
safe handling procedures outlined in this brochure and
the products MSDS.
Initial Preparations.
Assure that an adequate supply of drums,
pallets, labels, bung seals, as well as the required
personal protective equipment is available.
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Call: 1-800-260-2077
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