2,4-Dimethylhexane
Agent Name
2,4-Dimethylhexane
CAS Number
589-43-5
Formula
C8-H18
Major Category
Solvents
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]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
30.4 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Octanes." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: