2,2,5,5-Tetramethyltetrahydrofuran

Agent Name
2,2,5,5-Tetramethyltetrahydrofuran
CAS Number
15045-43-9
Formula
C8-H16-O
Major Category
Solvents
2,2,5,5-Tetramethyltetrahydrofuran formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Furan, tetrahydro-2,2,5,5-tetramethyl-; Tetrahydro-2,2,5,5-tetramethylfuran; [ChemIDplus] UN3271
Category
Ethers (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
An irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Tetrahydrofuran."
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
14.4 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Ethers, n.o.s."

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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