Methoxymethyl isocyanate
Agent Name
Methoxymethyl isocyanate
CAS Number
6427-21-0
Formula
C3-H5-N-O2
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
Isocyanic acid, methoxymethyl ester; Methane, isocyanatomethoxy-; [ChemIDplus] Isocyanatomethyl methyl ether; [CAMEO] UN2605
Category
Monoisocyanates
Description
Colorless liquid with a pungent odor; [CAMEO]
Comments
Highly toxic by inhalation and skin absorption; [CAMEO] See "Ethyl isocyanate."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
TIH
Yes
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:
Processes
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