3,4,4-Trimethyl-2-pentene

Agent Name
3,4,4-Trimethyl-2-pentene
CAS Number
598-96-9
Formula
C8-H16
Major Category
Other Classes
3,4,4-Trimethyl-2-pentene formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Pentene, 3,4,4-trimethyl-; 3,4,4-Trimethylpentene-2; [ChemIDplus] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Sources/Uses
Used as a component of polygas (for gasoline blending) and octenes mixture; Also used as a solvent and chemical intermediate; [HSDB]
Comments
May cause irritation; [MSDSonline]
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
Flash point < 21 deg C; [HSDB] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s."
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome

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