Propylenediamine
Agent Name
Propylenediamine
Alternative Name
1,2-Diaminopropane
CAS Number
78-90-0
Formula
C3-H10-N2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
2,3-Diaminopropane; 1,2-Propanediamine; 1,2-Propylenediamine; Propylene diamine; 1,2-Diaminopropane; [ChemIDplus] UN2258
Category
Amines, Aliphatic
Description
Extremely hygroscopic liquid; [Merck Index] Colorless liquid with an ammoniacal odor; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used with cupric sulfate as reagent for mercury; [Merck Index] Used to make medicines, dyes, and rubber accelerators; Also used in electroplating and as analytical reagent; [NTP]
Comments
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] High inhalation exposure can cause pulmonary edema; [ICSC] Rapidly forms the hemihydrate on absorption of moisture; [Merck Index] Classifications in the EU: Causes severe burns; Harmful by ingestion and skin contact; [IUCLID]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
9 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP =1.2 kPa at 20 deg C; [ICSC]
Reference Link #2
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: