n-Decane
Agent Name
n-Decane
CAS Number
124-18-5
Formula
C10-H22
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Decane; Decyl hydride; [ChemIDplus] UN2247
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid with a gasoline-like odor; [CHEMINFO]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent, intermediate, and jet engine fuel standard; [HSDB] Used in rubber and paper industries; [CHEMINFO]
Comments
Defats the skin; [ICSC] May cause mild eye irritation; Defats the skin; Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS effects; [CAMEO] A moderate to severe skin and eye irritant based on animal studies; Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS depression; [CHEMINFO] An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
1.43 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (rat) > 1,369 ppm/8h
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
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Processes
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