Heptanoyl chloride
Agent Name
Heptanoyl chloride
CAS Number
2528-61-2
Formula
C7-H13-Cl-O
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
UN2920
Category
Acid Halides
Description
Colorless to light yellow liquid with a pungent odor; [Acros Organics MSDS]
Comments
Reacts with water evolving toxic gas; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; A lachrymator; Harmful by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption; [Acros Organics MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, flammable, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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