Benzene-d6

Agent Name
Benzene-d6
CAS Number
1076-43-3
Formula
C6-D6
Major Category
Solvents
Benzene-d6 formula graphical representation
Synonyms
(2H6)Benzene; Benzene-1,2,3,4,5,6-d6; [ChemIDplus] Benzene(d6); d6-Benzene; (d6)Benzene; Benzal-d6; Cyclohexatriene-d6; Phene-d6; Phenyl hydride-d6; Pyrobenzole-d6; [NTP] UN1114
Category
Aromatic Solvents
Description
Colorless to light yellow liquid with an aromatic odor; [NTP]
Sources/Uses
Used for styrene monomer, detergents, nylons, aniline, pesticides, solvents, and paint removers; [NTP] "Deuterated benzene is a common solvent used in NMR spectroscopy." [Wikipedia]
Comments
May cause blistering and CNS effects; [NTP] A skin and strong eye irritant; Harmful by ingestion (may cause lung damage by aspiration); [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Benzene." See "Deuterium."
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
VP = 100 mm Hg at 26.1 deg C; [NTP] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Benzene."

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
IARC Carcinogen
Established
NTP Carcinogen
Human carcinogen

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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