4-Methyl-1-pentene

Agent Name
4-Methyl-1-pentene
CAS Number
691-37-2
Formula
C6-H12
Major Category
Other Classes
4-Methyl-1-pentene formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1-Pentene, 4-methyl-; 4-Methylpent-1-ene; [ChemIDplus] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Description
Colorless liquid; [CAMEO]
Comments
Short term exposure causes smarting of the skin and first degree burns, with extended exposure possibly causing second degree burns; Mist or vapor causes eye, mucous membrane, and upper respiratory tract irritation; Inhalation causes dizziness, breathing difficulty, and loss of consciousness; Harmful by ingestion and inhalation; [CHRIS] A skin and strong eye irritant; Harmful by ingestion (may cause lung damage by aspiration); [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "1-Pentene."
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
272 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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