N,N-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine

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]

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Biomedical References

9.75 mm Hg

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;

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may ignite at ambient temp

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Skin burns

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Asthma, occupational
• Contact dermatitis, allergic

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Dressing Hair
• Plastic Composites Manufacturing
• Sewer and Wastewater Treatment
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing)