3,3-Dimethylheptane
Agent Name
3,3-Dimethylheptane
CAS Number
4032-86-4
Formula
C9-H20
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Heptane, 3,3-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1920
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid with an odor like petroleum; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
May cause irritation; Harmful by ingestion (may cause lung damage by aspiration); [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Nonane."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Nonanes."
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: