Tributylamine Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Tributylamine (C12H27N). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Tributylamine

Tributylamine is an organic compound with the molecular formula (C₄H₉)₃N. It is a colorless liquid with an amine-like odor.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Flammable liquids Category 4
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
yes
Flash point
75 °C / 167 °F
Storage temperature
Store below +30°C.
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Incompatible Materials Acids, Metals, Oxidizing agent

Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Tributylamine

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Tributylamine (C12H27N). *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: Dry Chem Foam

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 Tributylamine should account for its listed hazards (Flammable liquids Category 4), climate control needs (Store below +30°C.), and segregation requirements. Incompatible Materials Acids, Metals, Oxidizing agent

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Melting Point/Range -70 °C / -94 °F Boiling Point/Range 215 °C / 419 °F

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Tributylamine

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

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Tributylamine be stored?

Store Tributylamine in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Flammable liquids Category 4). Climate range guidance: Store below +30°C.. Compatibility notes: Incompatible Materials Acids, Metals, Oxidizing agent US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Tributylamine flammable?

Yes — Tributylamine is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (yes). Flash point: 75 °C / 167 °F. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Tributylamine?

Tributylamine is listed as: Flammable liquids Category 4. Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2

What fire suppression is recommended for Tributylamine?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Tributylamine (C12H27N). *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 Tributylamine storage available for rent?

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