2,2,3-Trimethylpentane
Agent Name
2,2,3-Trimethylpentane
CAS Number
564-02-3
Formula
C8-H18
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Pentane, 2,2,3-trimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Liquid; [TCI America MSDS]
Comments
May have anesthetic effects (drowsiness, dizziness, and headache); [ChemSampCo MSDS] See "3-Methylpentane."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
32.1 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
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: