| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
1,1,3,3-Tetramethylguanidine | 【Synonyms】
N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylguanidine
N1,N1,N3,N3-Tetramethylguanidine | 【CAS】
80-70-6 | 【Formula】
C5H13N3 | 【Molecular Weight】
115.18 | 【EINECS】
201-302-7 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
969608 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-04-00-00227 | 【EC Class】
flammable, harmful, corrosive |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Liquid. Mild ammoniacal odor. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Melting Point】
-30 | 【Boiling Point】
160 | 【Vapor Pressure】
2.0 (25 C) | 【Density】
0.9136 g/cm3 (25 C) | 【Refractive Index】
1.47 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | 【Handling】
Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. | 【Inhalation】
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. | 【Skin】
Causes skin burns. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye burns. | 【Hazards】
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 22 34 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36/37/39 45 | 【UN (DOT)】
1719 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear chemical goggles and a face shield if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
54 | 【Autoignition】
350 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | 【Upper exp. limit】
7.5 | 【Lower exp. limit】
1 | 【Fire Potential】
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
1 | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides. | 【Decomposition】
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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