2,5-Dimethylhexane
Agent Name
2,5-Dimethylhexane
CAS Number
592-13-2
Formula
C8-H18
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Biisobutyl; Hexane, 2,5-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Clear light yellow 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
30.3 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s." 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: