Cyclohexylmagnesium chloride
Agent Name
Cyclohexylmagnesium chloride
CAS Number
931-51-1
Formula
C6-H11-Cl-Mg
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Chlorocyclohexylmagnesium; Magnesium, chlorocyclohexyl-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Metals, Organic Compounds
Description
Solution in diethyl ether: Yellow-brown liquid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as chemical intermediate; [HSDB]
Comments
"Apart from their instability in air and their caustic basic properties, organomagnesium compounds and the precipitated inorganic magnesium salts produced during their use display no pronounced toxicity or side effects of environmental concern." [Ullmann] Solution in diethyl ether: Reacts violently with water; A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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