Diethylenetriamine Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Diethylenetriamine (C4H13N3). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Diethylenetriamine

It is used to produce asphalt, anti-stripping agents, emulsifiers, chelating agents, epoxy curing agents and wet strength resins. DETA can be used to produce polyamide resins for application in paints and adhesives.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
See SDS
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
102 °C / 215.6 °F
Storage temperature
15 – 25 °C
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
May be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides.

Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Diethylenetriamine

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Diethylenetriamine (C4H13N3). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. LARGE FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Diethylenetriamine should account for its listed hazards, climate control needs (15 – 25 °C), and segregation requirements. May be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides.

Review Segregated storage for incompatible chemicals and Organic peroxide storage building when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Physical State Liquid Appearance Light yellow Odor Rotten-egg like Odor Threshold No information available pH 12.0 Alkaline Melting Point/Range -35 °C / -31 °F Boiling Point/Range 207 °C / 404.6 °F Flash Point 102 °C / 215.6 °F Evaporation Rate No information available Flammability (solid,gas) Not applicable Flammability or explosive limits Upper 11.6% Lower 2.0% Vapor Pressure 0.37 mmHg @ 20 °C Vapor Density 3.5 Specific Gravity .9586 Solubility Soluble in water Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available Autoignition Temperature 395 °C / 743 °F Decomposition Temperature No information available Viscosity No information available Molecular Formula C4H13N3 Molecular Weight 103.1111

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Diethylenetriamine

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Diethylenetriamine be stored?

Store Diethylenetriamine in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification). Climate range guidance: 15 – 25 °C. Compatibility notes: May be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Diethylenetriamine flammable?

Diethylenetriamine is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Diethylenetriamine?

Diethylenetriamine is listed as: Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification. Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system

What fire suppression is recommended for Diethylenetriamine?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Diethylenetriamine (C4H13N3). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Diethylenetriamine storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Diethylenetriamine. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.