Tri-n-propylamine
Agent Name
Tri-n-propylamine
Alternative Name
Tripropylamine
CAS Number
102-69-2
Formula
C9-H21-N
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
Tripropylamine; Tripropylammonium; 1-Propanamine, N,N-dipropyl-; Propyldi-n-propylamine; [ChemIDplus] N,N-Dipropyl-1-propanamine; N,N-Dipropylpropanamine; Tripropilamina (Spanish DOT); [CAMEO] UN2260
Category
Amines, Aliphatic
Description
Colorless liquid with an odor of amines; [HSDB] Colorless to slightly yellow liquid; [NTP]
Sources/Uses
Used to synthesize carbon nanotubes for research purposes; [HSDB] Used as a solvent; [CAMEO]
Comments
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] Can irritate the eyes, nose and throat; [CAMEO] High vapor concentrations can cause a mild smarting of eyes and respiratory tract; May cause reddening of skin if spilled on clothes not removed; [CHRIS] Corrosive to skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and upper respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause coughing, chest pains, and difficulty breathing; [NTP] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Toxic by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
1.51 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (rat) = 5,100 mg/m3/4hr
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 41 deg C; [HSDB] VP from HSDB;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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