Product Identification

Product Name

2,2-Diphenylethylamine

Synonyms

2,2-Di(phenyl)ethanamine
2,2-Diphenylethanamine
Benzeneethanamine, beta-phenyl-

CAS

3963-62-0

Formula

C14H15N

Molecular Weight

197.27

EINECS

223-565-7

Beilstein/Gmelin

2210962

Beilstein Reference

4-12-00-03321

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Red-pink solid.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

48

Boiling Point

315

Vapor Pressure

0.0005 (25 C)

Density

1.028 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

4.84 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

3

Heat Of Vaporization

55.6 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.569 (30 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

147

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use water spray, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.