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Chemical Name: 2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol
Other Common Names: AMP, aminomethylpropanol
CAS Number: 124-68-5
Physical Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Ammonia-like, slightly sweet
GHS Classification: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause skin irritation, potential respiratory tract irritation
Hazard Statements: Eye and skin contact often leads to redness, pain, possible burns for those working without gloves or goggles. Inhalation can trigger coughing, discomfort, or a sore throat. Ingestion can bring on nausea or gastrointestinal distress. Risk grows worse for people not trained in handling industrial chemicals.
Precautionary Statements: Preventive measures call for protective clothing, gloves, goggles, and ventilation. Wash exposed areas thoroughly after use. Do not inhale vapors. Store in a secure, properly labeled container away from incompatible chemicals.
Main Component: 2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol, purity typically 95–100% in industrial bottling
Impurities: Minor amounts of water, trace amines are sometimes present due to manufacturing or storage
Molecular Formula: C4H11NO
Molecular Weight: 89.14 g/mol
Eye Contact: Flush eyes for at least 15 minutes with clean water, keep eyelids open. Seek urgent medical attention if irritation continues.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash thoroughly with soap and water. If skin irritation persists, get medical help.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air quickly. If breathing becomes difficult, medical attention is needed.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, call for medical advice rapidly. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct jet of water may spread chemical runoff
Hazards: Burning can give off irritating and toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide.
Fire Response: Firefighters put on self-contained breathing apparatus, protective suit. Keep chemical storage areas ventilated to prevent vapor buildup.
Personal Protection: Don gloves, eye protection, avoid breathing vapors.
Clean-up Method: Absorb spill with inert materials like sand or earth. Gather residue in sealable container for later disposal. Wash spill site thoroughly afterward.
Environmental Precautions: Block product from drains, surface water, or soil to avoid ecological damage.
Storage Requirements: Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, ventilated area. Guard against extreme temperature changes.
Handling Advice: Pour and transfer only in well-ventilated spaces. Wear proper personal protective gear at all times. Clean up drips or leaks promptly to minimize contact and exposure.
Incompatibilities: Acids, oxidizing agents, and acid chlorides react strongly with this compound, creating hazardous conditions. Store separately.
Engineering Controls: Ventilate work area with local exhaust systems. Use closed process systems when possible to reduce vapor release.
Personal Protection: Gloves resistant to chemicals, safety goggles, and lab coats shield against accidental splashes or direct touch. In heavily vapor-laden environments, use appropriate respirators.
Hygiene Measures: Never eat, drink, or smoke in handling areas. Always wash hands and face after handling the chemical.
Physical State: Liquid at room temperature
Boiling Point: Around 165–170°C
Melting Point: Approximately -7°C
Solubility: Fully mixes with water, also soluble in alcohols
Vapor Pressure: Low at ambient temperatures
pH: Typically alkaline in aqueous solution
Flash Point: Roughly 85–87°C (closed cup), making it a low fire hazard for most workplaces. Strong ammonia odor often makes it easy to notice spills or leakage.
Stability: Remains stable under normal handling and storage conditions. Breaks down when exposed to strong acids, oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition: Heat or fire may release toxic gas vapors — including nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide.
Dangerous Reactions: Contact with chlorinating agents or acid anhydrides often sparks vigorous chemical reactions.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Exposure irritates eyes, nose, throat; can cause coughing or shortness of breath. Direct skin contact creates burning, redness, sometimes minor blistering.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause long-term skin or eye irritation. No strong evidence for carcinogenicity in available studies for this chemical.
LD50 (Oral, Rat): Estimated in the range of 2900–3500 mg/kg, showing relatively low acute toxicity for mammals but proper handling remains essential.
Aquatic Toxicity: Large releases threaten aquatic organisms. The compound degrades over time in the environment, but high concentrations harm fish and invertebrates.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, does not tend to build up in living tissue.
Mobility in Soil: Moves readily through wet soils; improper disposal can contaminate groundwater over time.
Persistence: Eventually breaks down through natural biological processes.
Disposal Methods: Treatment at licensed waste management facilities offers the best strategy. Small amounts dilute well with large volumes of water before entering wastewater treatment, but dumping large quantities without process control damages ecology and is illegal in most regions.
Container Disposal: Triple rinse and recycle or incinerate empty containers according to local authority regulations. Never reuse containers for food or water storage.
Shipping Classification: Some versions of the product may not be regulated for most land transport. Check latest guidance for any international shipping. Possible classification as a corrosive liquid in case of concentrated, bulk transport.
Proper Packing: Tightly closed, robust containers reduce risk of leaks or spills. Include clear hazard labeling. Protect from impact or rough handling in transit.
Global Regulations: Not listed as a controlled substance, though treated as an irritant or hazardous chemical by local and national agencies. European REACH regulation may require full disclosure for workplace or manufacturing use. Many territories require safety data disclosure when product is present in certain quantities.
Labeling Requirements: Wear appropriate household, industrial, or research lab labels covering hazard warnings, safety precautions, and emergency information for safe handling and storage.
