Dipropylamine

Dipropylamine is an organic compound with the formula (CH3CH2CH2)2NH. It is classified as a secondary amine. It is a colorless liquid with a "fishy" odor. It is a precursor to various herbicides such as trifluralin, oryzalin, and vernolate.
 * [[image:Trifluralin structure.png|thumb|left|Trifluralin, an herbicide containing a dipropylamino group|110px]]

Occurrence
Dipropylamine occurs naturally in tobacco leaves and artificially in industrial wastes.

Safety
Dipropylamine is flammable, toxic, and corrosive. Exposure can cause excitement followed by depression, internal bleeding, dystrophy, and severe irritation.