Propylamine Chemical Properties
mp -83 °C
bp 48 °C(lit.)
density 0.719 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density 2 (vs air)
vapor pressure 4.79 psi ( 20 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.388(lit.)
FEMA 4237
Fp −35 °F
storage temp. 0-6°C
Water Solubility soluble
Sensitive Air Sensitive
Merck 14,7843
BRN 1098243
Stability: Stable. Highly flammable. Note low flash point. Readily forms explosive mixtures with air. Incompatible with oxidising agents, strong acids. Store cool.
CAS DataBase Reference 107-10-8(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference 1-Propanamine(107-10-8)
EPA Substance Registry System 1-Propanamine(107-10-8)
Propylamine Usage And Synthesis
Chemical Properties colourless liquid with a strong odour of ammonia
General Description A clear colorless liquid with an ammonia-like odor. Flash point -35°F. Less dense than water and soluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Used in chemical analysis and to make other chemicals.
Air & Water Reactions Highly flammable. Slightly soluble in water.
Reactivity Profile Colorless, alkaline liquid, very volatile (b. p. 48° C), moderately toxic, highly flammable. Dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame, sparks, or strong oxidizers. When heated to decomposition Propylamine emits toxic fumes of oxides of nitrogen. Incompatible with triethylaluminum, complex may explode on sublimation [Chini, P. et al., Chim. e Ind (Milan), 1962, 44, p. 1220].
Health Hazard INHALATION: Mucous membrane and respiratory tract irritation. Tracheitis, bronchitis, pneumonitis, and pulmonary edema. EYES: Severe corneal damage or complete eye destruction. SKIN: Single drop-deep necrosis. INGESTION: Corrosive to G.I. tract.