2-Methyl-3-pentanone

Agent Name
2-Methyl-3-pentanone
CAS Number
565-69-5
Formula
C6-H12-O
Major Category
Solvents
2-Methyl-3-pentanone formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Methylpentan-3-one; 3-Pentanone, 2-methyl-; [ChemIDplus] Ethyl isopropyl ketone; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] UN1224
Category
Ketones (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid with a pleasant odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
May cause defatting of the skin; High vapor concentrations may have narcotic effects; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
18.1 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Ketones, liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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