4-Methyl-1-pentene
Agent Name
4-Methyl-1-pentene
CAS Number
691-37-2
Formula
C6-H12
Major Category
Other Classes
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
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: