bis(dimethylaminoethyl) ether

Description

N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-2,2'-oxybis(ethylamine) · CAS 3033-62-3 · C8H20N2O. UNII NL66Q36V7L. Boiling Point: 372 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024); Boiling Point: 80 °C at 15 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 372 °F.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Bis(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl)ether appears as a clear or yellow liquid. Bp: 188 °C. Toxic by inhalation, by skin absorption, ingestion, and eye contact.
• Liquid
• A clear or yellow liquid; [CAMEO]
• A clear or yellow liquid.
• Liquid.
• When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of /Nitrogen oxides/.

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• A component (5%) of NIAX Catalyst ESN, along with dimethylaminopropionitrile (95%); used in the past as a catalyst in the manufacture of flexible polyurethane foams; [NIOSH]
• See Appendix C in NIOSH Pocket Guide. The neurotoxicity was apparently due to DMAPN (dimethylaminopropionitrile). See NIOSHTIC Record # 57566. CIB 26 published by NIOSH & OSHA in 1978.
• DMAEE is used primarily as a catalyst in the manufacturing of polyurethane foams.
• Propellants, non-motive (blowing agents)
• Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
• Information on 2 consumer products that contain Bis(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl) ether in the following categories is provided:

Synonyms

3033-62-3; BIS(2-DIMETHYLAMINOETHYL) ETHER; Bis(2-dimethylaminoethyl)ether; Kalpur PC; Niax A 1; Toyocat ET; Toyocat ETS; Dabco BL 11; Texacat ZF 20; Dabco BL 19I; Dabco BL 19; Niax A 4; Niax A 99; A 99 (Amine); Bis(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl)ether; Bis(2-(dimethylamino)ethyl) ether

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-2,2'-oxybis(ethylamine)?

CAS 3033-62-3; molecular formula C8H20N2O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-2,2'-oxybis(ethylamine) known by?

3033-62-3, BIS(2-DIMETHYLAMINOETHYL) ETHER, Bis(2-dimethylaminoethyl)ether, Kalpur PC, Niax A 1, Toyocat ET.

Is N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-2,2'-oxybis(ethylamine) classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H311, H314, H318, H332.

What are the key physical properties of N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-2,2'-oxybis(ethylamine)?

Boiling Point: 372 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024); Boiling Point: 80 °C at 15 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 372 °F; Flash Point: 79.4 °C (Open cup).

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