Acetic acid, C6-8-branched alkyl esters

Synonyms

Oxo-heptyl acetate; [EPA: TRD] Autocoat LV Retarder SP; [Akzo Nobel MSDS]

Category

Esters, Other

Description

Clear colorless liquid; [EPA ChAMP: Hazard Characterization] Liquid; [Akzo Nobel MSDS]

Sources/Uses

Used as a solvent for paints/surface coatings (main use) and agricultural products; [EPA: TRD] Permitted for use as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products; [EPA]

Comments

Alkyl Acetates C6-C13 Category: Members and supporting chemicals demonstrate low acute toxicity by oral and dermal administration; Minimal toxicity in rats in repeated-dose oral studies; [EPA ChAMP: Hazard Characterization] A mild skin and moderate eye irritant in rabbits; [EPA: TRD] A mild skin and eye irritant; [Akzo Nobel MSDS] See "Acetic acid, C11-14-branched alkyl esters, C13-rich."

Biomedical References

0.51 mm Hg

Acute solvent syndrome

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Solvents, acute toxic effect

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Painting (Solvents)