hydrazine (N2H4)
hydrazine (N2H4)
Common synonyms: Diazane, Diamine, Tetrahydridodinitrogen (N-N)
Properties of hydrazine (N2H4):
- Reactivity: Hydrazine is a powerful reducing agent and can react violently with many oxidizing compounds.
- Melting point: The melting point of hydrazine is -51°C.
- Solubility: Hydrazine is soluble in water, ethanol and ether.
- Health risks: Hydrazine is highly toxic by inhalation, ingestion and skin contact. It can cause respiratory tract irritation, chemical burns and severe liver damage. It is also classified as a probable human carcinogen.
- Protection and prevention: It is essential to handle hydrazine in a well-ventilated environment and with adequate personal protective equipment, including gloves, safety glasses and a respirator. If hydrazine comes into contact with skin or eyes, or is inhaled, immediately rinse with plenty of water and seek medical advice. It is also important to comply with current regulations on the handling and storage of hydrazine.
| Formula | N2H4 |
| International name | hydrazine |
| French name | Hydrazine |
| CAS | 302-01-2 |
| EINECS | 206-114-9 |
| Filter | K-P3 |
| IP (eV) | 8,93 |
| Vapour density (air = 1) | 1,11 |
| Conversion (1 ppm =) | 1.31 mg/m3 |
| LIE | 1.8 % |
| LSE | 99.9% |
| VLEP CT (15mn) | |
| VLEP (8h) | 0.1 ppm |
| STEL (15 min.) | |
| TWA (8h) | 0.01 ppm |
Gas detectors for hydrazine (N2H4)
Despite its discernible odor, only a hydrazine (N2H4) gas detector can accurately measure concentrations of this extremely toxic gas, so we'll be looking for hydrazine (N2H4) detection in ppm or even ppb.
Uniphos reagent tubes
X-am 5100 Portable Exotic Gas Detector
SPM FLEX Optical Gas Analyser
OLCT100 Fixed Gas Detector
respirator mask for hydrazine (N2H4)
To protect yourself from hydrazine (N2H4), a full face mask fitted with an ABEK2Hg-P3 filter, offering maximum protection against organic and inorganic gases and vapors, acid gases, ammonia, mercury vapors, as well as solid and liquid, radioactive and toxic particles, and micro-organisms (bacteria, viruses), will be ideal for short interventions. For longer missions, it is preferable to use a device with assisted ventilation, which ensures optimum comfort.
TR 2002 Full face respirator
X-plore 5500 Full face mask
X-plore 6300 Full face respirator
TR82 EPDM Anti-scratch and anti-solvent gas mask
CleanSpace Pro Powered air purifying mask
ATEX CleanSpace Ex PAPR mask
Powered air purifying respirator Proflow 2
X-plore 8000 Powered air purifying device