Isobutyl isocyanate
Agent Name
Isobutyl isocyanate
CAS Number
1873-29-6
Formula
C5-H9-N-O
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
2-Methylpropyl isocyanate; Propane, 1-isocyanato-2-methyl-; [ChemIDplus] Isocyanic acid, isobutyl ester; [CAMEO] UN2486
Category
Monoisocyanates
Description
Colorless liquid; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used to make pesticides and pharmaceuticals; [CAMEO]
Comments
May cause severe irritation; [CAMEO] See "n-Butyl isocyanate."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
TIH
Yes
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: