2,2-Dimethylhexane
Agent Name
2,2-Dimethylhexane
CAS Number
590-73-8
Formula
C8-H18
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Hexane, 2,2-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Clear, colorless liquid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
An irritant; Inhalation may cause drowsiness or dizziness; Harmful by ingestion (may cause lung damage by aspiration); [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
34 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: