3-Penten-2-one
Agent Name
3-Penten-2-one
CAS Number
625-33-2
Formula
C5-H8-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2-Oxo-3-pentene; Ethylidene acetone; Methyl 1-propenyl ketone; Methyl propenyl ketone; [ChemIDplus] Pent-3-en-2-one; [JECFA] UN1992
Category
Aliphatic Ketones, Other
Description
Colorless liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]
Comments
Dermal LD50 (rabbit) = 500 uL/kg; [RTECS] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] An irritant and lachrymator; Harmful by skin absorption; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
39.1 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LCLo (rat) = 250 ppm/4hr
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, toxic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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