Valeronitrile
Agent Name
Valeronitrile
Alternative Name
Pentanenitrile
CAS Number
110-59-8
Formula
C5-H9-N
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
1-Butyl cyanide; 1-Cyanobutane; Butyl cyanide; n-Valeronitrile; Pentanenitrile; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Category
Nitriles
Description
Clear colorless to yellow liquid; Slightly soluble in water; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent; [Merck Index]
Comments
An irritant; [MSDSonline] May be harmful after ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption; [CAMEO] See "NITRILES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
7.3 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Other Poison
Chemical Asphyxiant
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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