Cyclohexylamine
Synonyms & Trade Names
Aminocyclohexane, Aminohexahydrobenzene, Hexahydroaniline, Hexahydrobenzenamine
Exposure Limits
Measurement Methods
Physical Description
Colorless or yellow liquid with a strong, fishy, amine-like odor.
Molecular Weight
99.2
Boiling Point
274°F
Freezing Point
0°F
Solubility
Miscible
Vapor Pressure
11 mmHg
Ionization Potential
8.37 eV
Specific Gravity
0.87
Flash Point
88°F
Upper Explosive Limit
9.4%
Lower Explosive Limit
1.5%
Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, organic compounds, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, acids, lead
[Note: Corrosive to copper, aluminum, zinc & galvanized steel.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; skin sensitization; cough, pulmonary edema; drowsiness, dizziness; diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water flush immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water flush immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
See also
INTRODUCTION
ICSC CARD: 0245
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
Content
source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health