Assessment of triethylamine and diethylamine emission from military gas mask canisters

摘要

A study was undertaken to evaluate the suitability of four types of amine modified charcoal filter canisters(cartridge)for use with gas masks(respirators)by measuring emissions of triethylamine (TEA)and diethylamine(DEA). Sampling and analysis methods for TEA and DEA were validated and optimized to ensure accurate measurement at low levels. A total of 88 air samples were taken by the validated methods to measure concentrations of TEA and DEA emitted from gas mask canisters during simulated use in environmental chamber. Samples were collected on a mannequin equipped with a breather pump and also on human volunteers.