Agent Name
2,4-Dimethylhexane
Synonyms
Hexane, 2,4-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1262
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Clear colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
An irritant; Inhalation may cause drowsiness and dizziness; An aspiration hazard by ingestion (may cause lung damage); [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Vapor Pressure
30.4 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Octanes." VP from ChemIDplus;
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: