Hexylamine
Agent Name
Hexylamine
CAS Number
111-26-2
Formula
C6-H15-N
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
1-Aminohexane; 1-Hexylamine; Mono-n-hexylamine; n-Hexylamine; 1-Hexanamine; [ChemIDplus] UN2734
Category
Amines, Aliphatic
Description
Colorless liquid; [ICSC] Odor like amines; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used as an intermediate and associated with tobacco smoke; [NTP] Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]
Comments
A severe eye and skin irritant; [RTECS] Causes burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause pulmonary edema; Can be absorbed through skin; [ICSC] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract; Toxic by ingestion and skin absorption; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
8.99 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LCLo (rat) = 500 ppm/4hr
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Amines, liquid, corrosive, flammable, n.o.s."
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Activities
Activities with risk of exposure: