Product Identification

Product Name

4-Methoxy-2-phenylethylamine

Synonyms

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanamine
2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethylamine
2-(p-Methoxyphenyl)ethylamine
O-Methyltyramine
p-Methoxyphenethylamine

CAS

55-81-2

Formula

C9H13NO

Molecular Weight

151.21

EINECS

200-245-5

RTECS

SH7875000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

508967

Beilstein Reference

4-13-00-01789

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Boiling Point

255

Vapor Pressure

0.02 (25 C)

Density

1.03 g/cm3

pKa/pKb

4.04 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

1.37

Heat Of Vaporization

49.3 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.54 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.

Inhalation

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

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Destroy contaminated shoes.

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

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

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.

Inhalation

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.

Skin

Causes skin burns.

Eyes

Causes eye burns.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20 25 34

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

2735

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

105

Autoignition

410

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Upper exp. limit

4.1

Lower exp. limit

.9

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

5

Incompatibilities

Acids - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides - oxidizing agents - chloroformates.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number

2735

HS Code

2922 29 00