Hexanedioyl dichloride
Agent Name
Hexanedioyl dichloride
CAS Number
111-50-2
Formula
C6-H8-Cl2-O2
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
Adipoyl chloride; Adipoyl dichloride; [ChemIDplus] UN3094
Category
Acid Halides
Description
Liquid with a pungent odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Reacts violently with water; Exothermic reaction with water causes thermal tissue burns as well as producing acids; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, water-reactive, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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