sec-Butylbenzene
Agent Name
sec-Butylbenzene
CAS Number
135-98-8
Formula
C10-H14
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
(1-Methylpropyl)benzene; 2-Phenylbutane; Secondary butylbenzene; Benzene, (1-methylpropyl)-; Benzene, sec-butyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN2709
Category
Aromatic Solvents
Description
Colorless liquid; [Hawley]
Sources/Uses
Used as an intermediate, a plasticizer, and a solvent for coatings; [Hawley]
Comments
An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
1.75 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Butylbenzenes." 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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