1-Hexene
Agent Name
1-Hexene
CAS Number
592-41-6
Formula
C6-H12
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1-n-Hexene; Butyl ethylene; Butylethylene; Dialene 6; Hexene; Hexene-1; Hexylene; [ChemIDplus] UN2370
Category
Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Description
Colorless liquid with a mild, gasoline-like odor; [ACGIH]
Sources/Uses
Used in fuels and as a chemical intermediate; [ACGIH]
Comments
Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS depression, narcosis, and unconsciousness. [CHEMINFO MSDS] Critical Effects: CNS; reproductive; [ACGIH]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Insufficient data
TLV (ACGIH)
50 ppm
Vapor Pressure
184 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (rat) = 32,000 ppm/4H
Explanatory Notes
VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
ERPG-1
Not appropriate
ERPG-2
500 ppm
ERPG-3
5,000 ppm
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Reproductive Toxin
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: