2,3-Dichlorobutane
Agent Name
2,3-Dichlorobutane
CAS Number
7581-97-7
Formula
C4-H8-Cl2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Butane, 2,3-dichloro-; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Category
Halogenated Aliphatics, Saturated
Description
Colorless liquid with an odor like chloroform; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
May cause irritation; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "1,2-Dichlorobutane."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
24.4 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: