Ethylcyclohexane

Agent Name
Ethylcyclohexane
CAS Number
1678-91-7
Formula
C8-H16
Major Category
Solvents
Ethylcyclohexane formula graphical representation
Synonyms
C8 cylcloparaffin; ECH; [MSDSonline] UN1993
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid; [CAMEO] Very faintly yellow-green liquid; [MSDSonline]
Comments
Inhalation of high concentrations can cause dizziness, nausea, and collapse; [CHRIS] May cause irritation; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
12.8 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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