Agent Name
4-Ethylpyridine
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
gamma-Ethylpyridine; Pyridine, 4-ethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Description
Liquid with an obnoxious odor; Turns brown if not pure; [Merck Index] Colorless to pale yellow liquid with an unpleasant odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Present in California petroleum; [Merck Index] Flavoring agent that naturally occurs in pork; [EFSA]
Comments
Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [EFSA] A skin, respiratory tract, and strong eye irritant; Harmful by inhalation; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Vapor Pressure
2.27 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s."
Other Information
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