1,4-Dichlorobutane

Agent Name
1,4-Dichlorobutane
CAS Number
110-56-5
Formula
C4-H8-Cl2
Major Category
Other Classes
1,4-Dichlorobutane formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Butane, 1,4-dichloro-; [ChemIDplus] sym-Dichlorobutane; Tetramethylene dichloride; [CAMEO] UN1993
Category
Halogenated Aliphatics, Saturated
Description
Colorless liquid with a mild pleasant odor; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used in organic synthesis (including adiponitrile); [NTP]
Comments
An irritant; [NTP] May cause eye irritation; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "1,2-Dichlorobutane" and "1,3-Dichloropropane."
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
4.13 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
high ambient temp required

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: