Sodium acetylide
Agent Name
Sodium acetylide
CAS Number
1066-26-8
Formula
C2-H-Na
Major Category
Metals
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Suspension in 82% xylene: Grey liquid with an aromatic odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Reacts violently with water evolving highly flammable gases; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Harmful by inhalation and skin absorption; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "CARBIDES."
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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