N-Ethyldiethanolamine

Description

N-Ethyldiethanolamine · CAS 139-87-7 · C6H15NO2. UNII 143560H1KL. Boiling Point: 247 degc C; Melting Point: -50 °C; Flash Point: 208 °F (138 °C) (Open cup).

Identification

CAS Registry Number	139-87-7
PubChem CID	8769
Molecular formula	C6H15NO2
IUPAC name	2-[ethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol
UNII (FDA)	143560H1KL

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	133.19
XLogP3	0.1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	5
Exact Mass	133.110278721
Monoisotopic Mass	133.110278721
Topological Polar Surface Area	43.7
Heavy Atom Count	9
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	247 degc C
Melting Point	-50 °C
Flash Point	208 °F (138 °C) (Open cup)
Density	1.0135 g/cu cm at 20 °C
Vapor Pressure	0.00245 [mmHg]
Other Experimental Properties	Boiling range: 246-252 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• This is a chemical weapon precursor or chemical weapon impurity which is similar to methyldiethanolamine. See the chemical datasheet for methyldiethanolamine for more information.
• Water-white or yellow liquid with an amine odor; [HSDB] Light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
• Water-white liquid
• Yellow liquid
• Amine odor
• Very soluble in ethanol; slightly soluble in ethyl ether

Regulatory Status

GHS notification summary	20.1% (37 / 184)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	20.1% (37 / 184)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (20.7%), H318 (56.5%), H319 (23.4%), H335 (20.7%)

Documented Uses

• Precursor to HN1. /bis-(2 chloroethyl) ethylamine/
• Synthesis: Ethylamine with ethylene oxide.
• A variety of substituted alkanolamines can be made by reaction of oxide with the appropriate amine. /Substituted alkanolamines/
• Production volumes for non-confidential chemicals reported under the Inventory Update Rule. [Table#7328]
• Ethanol, 2,2'-(ethylimino)bis-: ACTIVE
• Hydrolysis product of nitrogen mustards.

Synonyms

N-Ethyldiethanolamine; 139-87-7; 2,2'-(Ethylazanediyl)diethanol; Ethyldiethanolamine; ETHYL DIETHANOLAMINE; Ethanol, 2,2'-(ethylimino)bis-; Diethanolethylamine; Ethylbis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine; 2,2'-(Ethylimino)diethanol; N-Ethyl-2,2'-iminodiethanol; 2,2'-(Ethylimino)bisethanol; 2-(N-Ethyl-N-2-hydroxyethylamino)ethanol; Ethanol, 2,2'-(ethylimino)di-; N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ethylamine; TL 596; DTXSID8041955

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of N-Ethyldiethanolamine?

CAS 139-87-7; molecular formula C6H15NO2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is N-Ethyldiethanolamine known by?

N-Ethyldiethanolamine, 139-87-7, 2,2'-(Ethylazanediyl)diethanol, Ethyldiethanolamine, ETHYL DIETHANOLAMINE, Ethanol, 2,2'-(ethylimino)bis-.

Is N-Ethyldiethanolamine classified as hazardous?

20.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (37 of 184).

What are the key physical properties of N-Ethyldiethanolamine?

Boiling Point: 247 degc C; Melting Point: -50 °C; Flash Point: 208 °F (138 °C) (Open cup); Density: 1.0135 g/cu cm at 20 °C.

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