2-Methylheptane
Agent Name
2-Methylheptane
CAS Number
592-27-8
Formula
C8-H18
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Heptane, 2-methyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1262
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid; [ICSC]
Comments
A skin irritant; [ICSC] An irritant; Inhalation may cause drowsiness and dizziness; An aspiration hazard by ingestion (may cause lung damage); [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
20.7 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Octanes." 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: