3-Amino-1-propanol

HCID 9086

Basic information

CAS
156-87-6
Standard SMILES
NCCCO
InChIKey
WUGQZFFCHPXWKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Molecular formula
C3H9NO
Average molar mass
75.11 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
75.06841391

Overview

N-propanolamine is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a fishy odor. Less dense than water. Melting point 12.4 °C (54 °F). Moderately toxic by ingestion.

Names & identifiers

Preferred name
3-Amino-1-propanol
IUPAC
3-aminopropan-1-ol
English name
3-Aminopropanol
Molecular formula
C3H9NO
Molecular weight
75.11

Names & synonyms

3-Aminopropan-1-ol3-Aminopropanol3-Amino-1-propanol156-87-61-Propanol, 3-amino-PROPANOLAMINE3-Aminopropyl alcohol3-Propanolamine3-Hydroxypropylamine1-Amino-3-propanol1,3-Propanolamine1-Amino-3-hydroxypropane
Show more names
monopropanolamine3-Hydroxy-1-aminopropane3-AIMNOPROPANOL
beta-Alaninolgamma-Aminopropanol3-Hydroxy-1-propylaminegamma-Hydroxy-1-propylamineYMA7C44XGYNSC-7766DTXSID0059746CHEBI:143408

Database identifiers

CAS
156-87-6
PubChem CID
9086
DTXSID
DTXSID0059746
ChEMBL
CHEMBL115530
ChEBI
CHEBI:143408
UNII
YMA7C44XGY
EC Number
205-864-4
Nikkaji
J2.560G

Properties

Computed structural properties

XLogP
-1.1
Topological polar surface area
46.3 Ų
Hydrogen bond donors
2
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2
Rotatable bonds
2
Heavy atoms
5

Experimental & physicochemical properties

Chemical ClassesNitrogen Compounds -> Amino Alcohols, Other
SpringerMaterials Properties15N nuclear magnetic resonance spectrum
Density · 3 items

0.982 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float

0.9824 @ 26 °C/4 °C

0.985 @25 °C

Color/FormCOLORLESS LIQUID
Solubility · 2 items

SOL IN WATER, ALCOHOL & ETHER

MISCIBLE WITH ACETONE & CHLOROFORM

Flash Point · 2 items

175 °F (USCG, 1999)

175 °F

Physicochemical properties

Melting point
10 · 10-12 °C (lit.)
Boiling point
184 · 184-187 °C (lit.)
Density
0.982 g/mL · 0.982 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)
vapor density
2.59 · 2.59 (vs air)
vapor pressure
2.1 mm · 2.1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
refractive index
20 · n20/D 1.4598(lit.)

Safety & regulation

GHS classification

GHS Classification · 6 items

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 0.4% (1 of 259) of reports.

Danger

H302 (92.7%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

P260, P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P301+P317, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P362+P364, P363, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

Aggregated GHS information provided per 259 reports by companies from 12 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.

Danger

Hazard information

Regulatory Information · 4 items

Chemical: 1-Propanol, 3-amino-

1-Propanol, 3-amino- is listed on the EPA's Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) system. Manufacturers and importers of 1-Propanol, 3-amino- are required to report information about their production and use of this chemical to the EPA under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). (40 eCFR Part 711)

Status: Active Update: 17-03-2020 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/13762

3-Amino-1-propanol: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard

DOT LabelCorrosive
Fire HazardsSpecial Hazards of Combustion Products: Toxic oxides of nitrogen may form in fire.
Health HazardsIf inhaled may be harmful. Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. (Organic base.) (USCG, 1999)
Hazards Summary · 1 item

A severe eye and moderate to severe skin irritant; [RTECS] Moderately toxic by ingestion; [CAMEO] A moderate irritant; [HSDB] A fairly severe skin irritant that may cause second-degree burns following a few minutes contact; Causes irritation or burns to eyes; Vapors cause moderate irritation; [CHRIS] Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Harmful by ingestion and skin absorption; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]

Reactive GroupAlcohols and Polyols

Safety & protection

Fire FightingFire Extinguishing Agents: Small fires: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol foam. Large fires: Water spray, fog or alcohol foam. (USCG, 1999)
First AidINHALATION: Move victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Nonfire Spill ResponseNeutralizing Agents for Acids and Caustics: Cover spilled material with sodium bisulfate. Flush with water. (USCG, 1999)
Isolation and EvacuationExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:
Protective Action Criteria (PAC) · 3 items

4.0 [mg/m3]

44 [mg/m3]

270 [mg/m3]

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Wear butyl rubber gloves and face shield or all-purpose canister respirator for spills. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing for fires. (USCG, 1999)

Toxicology

Adverse EffectsDermatotoxin - Skin burns.
Human Toxicity ExcerptsMODERATELY TOXIC BY INGESTION; MODERATE IRRITANT TO TISSUE.

Safety data

PPE
Faceshields, Gloves, Goggles, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
wgk
1
tsca
TSCA listed
rtecs
UA5600000
ridadr
UN 2735 8/PG 2
hs_code
29221980

Chemistry & industry

Uses & manufacturing

Uses · 3 items

Used as a chemical intermediate; [HSDB]

CHEM INT FOR DEXPANTHENOL, A GASTROINTESTINAL DRUG

Organic intermediate

U.S. Exports · 2 items

(1977) No Data

(1979) No Data

U.S. Imports · 2 items

(1977) No Data

(1979) No Data

U.S. Production · 3 items

2023: 100,000 - <250,000 lb

(1977) No Data

(1980) PROBABLY GREATER THAN 2.27X10+6 GRAMS

Industry UsesOther
Formulations/PreparationsGRADE: 99% PURE.
Applications · 4 items

UsesOrganic intermediate.

Uses3-Amino-1-propanol is used in the production of anionic emulsifiers, nonionic polyethylene emulsions. Its salts such as hydrochloride, nitrate, sulfate, phosphate are used for the balanced curing action with selected textile resins. It is used as a starting material in the preparation of beta-lactam antibiotics, humectants for foods and cosmetics. It acts as a corrosion inhibitor and finds application in water treatment, metal treatment and absorption of carbon dioxide gas.

Uses3-Amino-1-propanol was used in the synthesis of di-tert-butyl aminopropanol derivative.

General DescriptionColorless to pale yellow liquid with a fishy odor. Less dense than water. Melting point 12.4°C (54°F). Moderately toxic by ingestion.

Suppliers100 total

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Additional notes · 1 item

DefinitionChEBI: 3-aminopropan-1-ol is a member of the class of propanolamines that is propane with a hydroxy substituent at C-1 and an amino substituent at C-2, making it both a primary amine and a primary alcohol. It is a primary alcohol, a primary amine and a propanolamine.

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