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Chemical Name: 3-Amino-1-propanol
Synonyms: 1-Propanol, 3-amino-, 3-Hydroxypropylamine
Chemical Formula: C3H9NO
CAS Number: 156-87-6
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid, faint amine-like odor
Uses: Making surfactants, pharmaceuticals, and specialty resins
GHS Classification: Causes skin and serious eye irritation; may cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Corrosion
Hazard Statements: Contact causes skin red patches and stinging; exposure to the eyes leads to noticeable discomfort and vision blur; inhaling the vapors can bother the airways; not on the list of recognized carcinogens or mutagens
Precautionary Statements: Folks need eye and skin protection; ventilated spaces reduce risk
Main Ingredient: 3-Amino-1-propanol (greater than 99 percent typically)
Impurities: Traces of water, amines, or related alcohols
Inhalation: Bring the person outside for fresh air, keep calm, seek medical attention for breathing trouble
Skin Contact: Flush with lots of water, take off contaminated clothing, use soap, get advice from a doctor if pain or redness sticks around
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with water for several minutes, keep eyelids open, seek medical attention if irritation holds on
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not try to trigger vomiting, call a doctor for guidance
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical powder, foam, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form flammable mixtures with air; brings the risk of nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, and other toxic fumes when burning
Protective Equipment: Firefighters depend on self-contained breathing protection and full gear
Combustion Products: Smoldering may lead to release of ammonia, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide
Personal Precautions: Use gloves, goggles, and a lab coat or apron; make sure the area stays ventilated
Environmental Precautions: Don’t let spills enter drains, soil, or waterways; use absorbent materials
Methods for Clean-Up: Scoop up spilled material with non-sparking tools, mop up with absorbent pads, bag the waste for safe disposal
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; use in well-aired spaces; keep containers tightly closed to avoid leaks or fumes
Storage: Store in cool, dry, and ventilated places, away from sources of ignition, strong oxidizing agents, or acids; take measures to prevent static discharge; use chemically resistant containers
Engineering Controls: Work under lab hoods or systems with good airflow; use eye wash and showers near handling sites
Personal Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and sturdy shoes; add a lab coat, apron, or suit when risk of splashing exists; wear a respirator if vapors build up
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; no eating, drinking, or smoking in work areas
Physical State: Liquid
Odor: Ammonia-like
Density: About 0.985 g/cm³ at room temperature
Boiling Point: Around 184°C
Melting Point: Close to -16°C
Solubility: Complete solubility in water
Vapor Pressure: Low, increases with heat
P/H: Usually alkaline
Chemical Stability: Holds up fine under regular storage, breaks down with heat or strong acids
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents, acid chlorides
Hazardous Decomposition: Fumes of ammonia, formaldehyde, and oxides of carbon and nitrogen show up with fire or heat
Acute Effects: Causes skin, eye, and upper respiratory irritation, possibly headaches and nausea after breathing in high levels
Chronic Effects: Prolonged skin contact dries or cracks skin, repeated exposure might bother the lungs
Routes of Exposure: Absorbs through skin, swallows, or inhale vapors
Carcinogenicity: No widely reported links to cancer; not rated by IARC, OSHA, or NTP as a carcinogen
Aquatic Toxicity: Practically any spillage finds its way to waterways does not help local aquatic life, especially if the amount is high; can raise local pH, hurting fish and plant growth
Persistence and Degradability: Likely breaks down through natural processes, biodegradability helps, but site-specific impact matters
Bioaccumulation: Low risk based on molecular weight and solubility
Disposal Methods: Never pour down a sink or toss with household trash; chemical waste programs take care of neutralization and safe disposal
Contaminated Packaging: Clean thoroughly before reusing or recycling; never burn containers
UN Number and Classification: Not classified as dangerous for transportation under many regulations, but large amounts may draw extra attention
Transport Precautions: Secure containers, avoid heat and sunlight on long trips, make sure labels stay readable
Compliance: Local chemical safety and environmental rules apply – in the European Union, the REACH framework covers it, while in the United States, reporting to EPA or OSHA can be required depending on use
Labeling Requirements: GHS pictograms and signal words belong on the container; safety instructions need clear placement
