AdvanSix Allylamine (MALA)

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Alkyl Amines,

Amines,

Primary Amines

Chemical Name

Allylamine

Base Chemicals Functions

Catalyst,

Intermediate

Molecular formula

C₃H₇N

Technologies

Base Chemicals & Intermediates

Product Families

Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Intermediates

Amines

Applications & Uses

Markets

Industrial

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing

Applicable Processes

Corrosion Inhibitor Production,

Dye Manufacturing,

Fungicide Manufacturing,

Herbicide Manufacturing,

Insecticide Manufacturing,

Lubricants Manufacturing,

Metal Extraction,

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing,

Photography,

Plasticizers Manufacturing,

Resin Manufacturing,

Rubber Manufacturing,

Rubber Vulcanization,

Textiles Manufacturing

Base Chemicals End Uses

Antiseptic Agents,

Ion-Exchange Resin,

Mercurial Diuretics,

Rubber,

Sedatives

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Odor

Strong ammonia odor causing sneezing and tears

Physico-Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight	57.09	g/mol	—
Flammability Limits	2.2 - 22	%	—
Flash Point	-20	°C	Closed Cup
Autoignition Temperature	374	°C	—
Melting Point	-88.2	°C	—
Boiling Point	55 - 58	°C	—
Density (at 20°C)	0.76	—	—
Odor Threshold	2.5	mmHg	—
Vapor Density (Air=1, at 20°C)	2	—	—
Vapor Pressure (at 25°C)	32	kPa	—
Viscosity (at 20°C)	0.51	mm²/s	—
Water Solubility	100	%	—
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)	0.15	—	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Allylamine (Assay)	min. 99	%	—
Water	max. 0.5	wt%	—
Color	max. 100	—	Platinum-Cobalt
Diallylamine	max. 0.2	wt %	—
Triallylamine	max. 0.1	%	—
2-Chloropropane	max. 0.1	wt%	—
1, 5-Hexadiene	max. 0.2	wt%	—
Ammonia	max. 0.5	wt%	—

Storage & Handling

Handling Recommendations

• Keep containers closed when not in use.
• Open containers slowly to allow any excess pressure to vent.
• Keep away from heat, sparks, flame, or other sources of ignition.
• Protect small containers from physical damage.
• Use proper electrical grounding and bonding procedures when loading, unloading, and transferring.
• Use spark-resistant tools.
• Electrical equipment and circuits in all storage and handling areas must conform to requirements of national electrical code (Articles 500 and 501) for hazardous location.

Storage Conditions

Recommended Blanketing	Dry Nitrogen¹
Maximum Minimum	100°F (37.8°C) 30°F (-1.1°C)
Recommended Pressure	30 psig (minimum)
Bulk Quantities	Outside, detached tanks
Small Containers	Cool, dry, well-ventilated area

 

¹ - Nitrogen blanketing should be used to retain quality. A white precipitate can form when product is exposed to air.