Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine

Synonym(s):Bis(2-ethylhexyl) amine;Diisooctylamine;Diisooctylamine, Di-(2-ethylhexyl)-amin

CAS NO.：106-20-7
Empirical Formula: C16H35N
Molecular Weight: 241.46
MDL number: MFCD00009489
EINECS: 203-372-4
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-10-29 11:48:30

What is Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine?

Chemical properties

colourless liquid

The Uses of Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine

Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine (BEA) was used in the synthesis of stable nanosized CdS particles coated by an oriented monolayer of chemically bonded BEA molecules

Definition

ChEBI: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) amine is a secondary amino compound.

General Description

Clear colorless liquid with a slight ammonia-like odor.

Air & Water Reactions

Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine can react with oxidizing materials . Neutralizes acids in exothermic reactions to form salts plus water. May be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides. Flammable gaseous hydrogen may be generated in combination with strong reducing agents, such as hydrides.

Fire Hazard

Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine is combustible.

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable

Properties of Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine

Melting point:	-60 °C
Boiling point:	123 °C5 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	0.805 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure	0.0023 hPa (20 °C)
refractive index	n20/D 1.443(lit.)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Store below +30°C.
solubility	0.014g/l
form	Liquid
pka	40(at 25℃)
Specific Gravity	0.804 (20/4℃)
color	Clear colorless to slightly yellow
PH	>7 (H2O, 20℃)
explosive limit	0.6-3.7%(V)
Water Solubility	<0.2 g/L (20 ºC)
BRN	1748342
Stability:	Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference	106-20-7(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	1-Hexanamine, 2-ethyl-N-(2-ethylhexyl)-(106-20-7)
EPA Substance Registry System	Di(2-ethylhexyl)amine (106-20-7)

Safety information for Bis(2-ethylhexyl)amine

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 Skull and Crossbones Acute Toxicity GHS06 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H314:Skin corrosion/irritation H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P303+P361+P353:IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.