Octadecane
Agent Name
Octadecane
CAS Number
593-45-3
Formula
C18-H38
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
n-Octadecane; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (>C11)
Description
Clear liquid; [CAMEO] White, low melting solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent and in organic synthesis; [Hawley]
Comments
A skin irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
Flash point equals 212 degrees F; Boiling point equals 601 degrees F; [CAMEO] Melting point = 82 deg F; [MSDSonline]
NFPA
must be preheated
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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