Chemical Name: Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate
Synonyms: 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl Methacrylate
Chemical Formula: C8H15NO2
Recommended Use: Intermediate for polymers, adhesives, resins
Manufacturer/Supplier: [Company-specific data supplied by manufacturer]
Emergency Telephone Number: Available through CHEMTREC or local equivalents
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 3), Harmful if swallowed, Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, Harmful if inhaled, May cause an allergic skin reaction, Toxic to aquatic life
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; Causes serious eye damage; Causes skin and respiratory tract irritation; Harmful if inhaled or swallowed; May cause allergic reactions
Pictograms: Flame, Corrosion, Exclamation mark, Health hazard, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors; Wear protective gloves/eye/face protection; Keep container tightly closed; Store in cool, well-ventilated place
Chemical Identity: Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate
CAS Number: 2867-47-2
EC Number: 220-688-8
Purity: Over 98%
Impurities: May contain trace amounts of methyl methacrylate or methacrylic acid
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air; keep at rest; obtain medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing; wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical attention
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present; continue rinsing; seek immediate medical help
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; get medical help immediately
Most important symptoms/effects: Burning sensation, coughing, pain or irritation of skin, eyes, respiratory tract, allergic reactions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet
Hazards: Emits toxic fumes including oxides of carbon and nitrogen under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Information: Containers may explode from heat; cool with water spray from safe distance
Personal Precautions: Use chemical splash goggles, solvent-resistant gloves, suitable protective clothing, and adequate ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage; contain spillage with sand or inert material; do not allow product to enter drains, surface water, or soil
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with earth, sand, or other non-combustible material; collect in labeled containers for proper disposal; ventilate area; wash spill area with abundant water after pickup
Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; avoid inhalation of vapors; keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame; do not smoke near handling area
Safe Storage: Store tightly closed in original container; store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, oxidizing agents, acids, and sources of ignition; use explosion-proof equipment
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents, strong bases, amines, peroxides
Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits for DMAEMA, but observe good industrial hygiene
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, chemical fume hood, and explosion-proof equipment
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles, face shield, impervious protective clothing, suitable respiratory protection for poorly ventilated areas
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after handling; keep work clothing separate; remove contaminated clothing immediately
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Fishy, amine-like odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: 8 to 9 (at 20°C)
Melting Point: -30°C
Boiling Point: 166°C
Flash Point: 53°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Lower Explosion Limit (LEL): 1.4%
Upper Explosion Limit (UEL): 8.2%
Vapor Pressure: 0.4 hPa (20°C)
Vapor Density: 4.02 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.92 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 1.3
Autoignition Temperature: 265°C
Decomposition Temperature: >150°C
Viscosity: 1.7 mPa·s
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions; unstable under heat and light
Possible Reactions: Susceptible to polymerization, especially in the presence of inhibitors failure, heat, or peroxides
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, reducing agents, peroxides
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and irritating and toxic gases
Polymerization Risk: May occur from elevated temperatures, contamination, depletion or absence of inhibitor
Acute Toxicity: LD50 Oral (rat): 1760 mg/kg; LD50 Dermal (rabbit): 3500 mg/kg; LC50 Inhalation (rat, 4hr): >6.2 mg/L
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes severe burns and skin irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye damage
Respiratory/Skin Sensitization: Triggers allergic reactions in some individuals
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Negative in standard tests
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence in animal studies
STOT (Specific Target Organ Toxicity): May cause respiratory irritation
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to damage of skin or mucous membranes
Target Organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory system
Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: LC50 (fish, 96h): approx. 17 mg/L; EC50 (daphnia, 48h): 46 mg/L; harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low (log Kow = 1.3)
Mobility in Soil: High, due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Spillage risks harming aquatic environments; do not allow to enter water courses
Disposal Methods: Waste product can be incinerated in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber; follow local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers fully; rinse with suitable solvent and dispose of safely
Precautions: Handle and dispose using proper personal protective methods
UN Number: UN 2522
Proper Shipping Name: Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Flammable liquid
Special Provisions: Avoid shock and rough handling; keep away from incompatible materials
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Transport in Bulk: Follow MARPOL Annex II, IBC code if transported in bulk
Regulation Listings: Listed in TSCA (US), REACH (EU), DSL (Canada), ENCS (Japan), and other chemical inventories
Labeling Requirements: Comply with OSHA hazard communication standard, GHS labeling, and safety instructions
Restrictions: Usage and distribution regulated by national workplace safety and environmental protection laws
SARA 311/312 Hazards: Acute health hazard, fire hazard
Other Regulatory Notes: Subject to regulation under local, state, and national environmental and safety standards
