2,2-Dimethylpentane

Agent Name
2,2-Dimethylpentane
CAS Number
590-35-2
Formula
C7-H16
Major Category
Solvents
2,2-Dimethylpentane formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Pentane, 2,2-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Clear colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
An irritant; An aspiration hazard by ingestion (may cause lung damage); Inhalation may cause dizziness and drowsiness; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

TLV (ACGIH)
400 ppm
STEL (ACGIH)
500 ppm
MAK
500 ppm
Vapor Pressure
105 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

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