Cyclopentanol
Agent Name
Cyclopentanol
CAS Number
96-41-3
Formula
C5-H10-O
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Cyclopentyl alcohol; Hydroxycyclopentane; [ChemIDplus] UN2244
Category
Alcohols (<C12)
Description
Colorless viscous liquid with a pleasant odor; [Hawley]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent (perfumes and pharmaceuticals) and for organic synthesis; [Hawley]
Comments
Can defat skin and cause CNS depression; [HSDB] An eye irritant; [eChemPortal: ERMA] An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
2.49 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
high ambient temp required
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: