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Cyclohexylamine

Synonyms & Trade Names
Aminocyclohexane, Aminohexahydrobenzene, Hexahydroaniline, Hexahydrobenzenamine
CAS No.
108-91-8
RTECS No.
GX0700000
DOT ID & Guide
2357 132
Formula
C₆H₁₁NH₂
Conversion
1 ppm = 4.06 mg/m3
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
none See Appendix G
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 2010;
OSHA PV2016
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless or yellow liquid with a strong, fishy, amine-like odor.
Molecular Weight
99.2
Boiling Point
274°F
Freezing Point
0°F
Solubility
Miscible
Vapor Pressure
11 mmHg
Ionization Potential
8.37 eV
Specific Gravity
0.87
Flash Point
88°F
Upper Exposive Limit
9.4%
Lower Explosive Limit
1.5%
Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, organic compounds, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, acids, lead [Note: Corrosive to copper, aluminum, zinc & galvanized steel.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; skin sensitization; cough, pulmonary edema; drowsiness, dizziness; diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water flush immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 0245

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