2-Propenoic acid, hexyl ester
Agent Name
2-Propenoic acid, hexyl ester
CAS Number
2499-95-8
Formula
C9-H16-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Acrylic acid, hexyl ester; Ageflex n-HA; Hexyl 2-propenoate; Hexyl acrylate; n-Hexyl acrylate; n-Hexylacrylate; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Esters, Other
Description
Liquid; [ICSC] Colorless liquid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a comonomer in polymers for adhesives and as a reactive diluent (viscosity index improver); [HSDB]
Comments
Emergency treatment: "Irritants"; Acrylic acid esters of lower molecular weight cause skin, eye, and mucous membrane irritation; [HSDB] A skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritant; This substance or an additive may cause skin sensitization; [ICSC]; Combustible; Stabilized with hydroquinone; A severe eye irritant; May cause mild skin burns on prolonged contact; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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