N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine

Agent Name
N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine
Alternative Name
DMAPA
CAS Number
109-55-7
Formula
C5-H14-N2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine formula graphical representation
Synonyms
DMAPA; 1,3-Propanediamine, N,N-dimethyl-; 1-(Dimethylamino)-3-aminopropane; 1-Amino-3-dimethylaminopropane; 3-(Dimethylamino)-1-propanamine; 3-(Dimethylamino)-1-propylamine; 3-(Dimethylamino)propylamine; 3-Amino-1-(dimethylamino)propane; N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-diaminopropane; N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine; N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-propylenediamine; N,N-Dimethyl-N-(3-aminopropyl)amine; N,N-Dimethylpropylenediamine; N,N-Dimethyltrimethylenediamine; N-Dimethyltrimethylenediamine; Propylamine, 3-(N,N-dimethylamino)-; gamma-(Dimethylamino)propylamine; [ChemIDplus] UN1993; UN2734
Category
Amines, Aliphatic
Description
Colorless liquid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as curing agent for epoxy resins and polyurethanes; used as chemical intermediate in the production of surface active agents for water treatment, motor oil additives, fabric softeners, etc. [HSDB]
Comments
Occupational asthma reported in workers manufacturing skis; [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis has been reported in workers handling epoxy resins or using products containing cocamidopropyl betaine. DMAPA is a contaminant in such products and the responsible allergen. [Kanerva, p. 1785] A corrosive substance that can cause pulmonary edema; A skin sensitizer; [ICSC] A lachrymator; [CHEMINFO]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
9.75 mm Hg
Odor Threshold Low
0.1 ppm
Explanatory Notes
Vapor pressure at 30 degrees C = 1.33 kPa (9.75 mm Hg); [ICSC] Flash point = 90 deg F; Odor threshold from CHEMINFO;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Asthma
Yes
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: