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Agent Name Norspermidine
CAS Number 56-18-8
Formula C6-H17-N3
Major Category Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms Aminobis(propylamine); N-3-Aminopropyl-1,3-diaminopropane; N-(3-Aminopropyl)-1,3-propanediamine; 4-Azaheptane-1,7-diamine; Bis(3-aminopropyl)amine; Caldine;1,7-Diamino-4-azaheptane; 3,3-Diaminodipropylamine; Dipropylenetriamine; Dipropylenetriamine (VAN); Dipropylentriamin [German]; Iminobis(propylamine); Imino-bis(3-propylamine); 3,3'-Iminobis(propylamine); P 2 (hardener); 1-Propanamine, 3,3'-iminobis-; 1,3-Propanediamine, N-(3-aminopropyl)-; Propylamine, 3,3'-iminobis-; UN2269; [ChemIDplus] Azahepthamethylenediamine; [Quick CPC]
Category Amines, Aliphatic
Description Clear to golden colored liquid;
Sources/Uses Used as an intermediate to make detergents, dyes, insecticides, pharmaceuticals, and other chemical products; [NJ-HSFS]
Comments Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] High inhalation exposure may induce pulmonary edema; [NJ-HSFS]
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH) Not evaluated
Vapor Pressure 0.04 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis Yes
Dermatotoxin Skin Burns
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