This substance does not have adequate warning properties. Chronic exposure to nitrosamines can cause severe liver damage. Nitrosamines are suspected of causing cancers of the lung, nasal sinuses, brain, esophagus, stomach, liver, bladder, and kidney. Diethylnitrosamine is mutagenic and teratogenic. Flammability and Explosibility Volatilization during combustion produces hazardous vapors.
Combustion products contain nitrogen oxides.
Reactivity and Incompatibility Diethylnitrosamine is decomposed by strong acids, liberating nitrous acid. Nitrosamines are incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. In particular, work with diethylnitrosamine should be conducted in a fume hood to prevent exposure by inhalation, and appropriate impermeable gloves and splash goggles should be worn at all times to prevent skin and eye contact. In the event of skin contact, immediately wash with copious amounts of water while removing contaminated clothing. Place contaminated items in a plastic bag.