2-Hexene

Agent Name
2-Hexene
CAS Number
592-43-8
Formula
C6-H12
Major Category
Other Classes
2-Hexene formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Hexene (mixed cis & trans); [ChemIDplus] b-Hexylene; Hexylene-2; Methyl propylethylene; [MSDSonline]
Category
Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Description
Clear colorless liquid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a chemical intermediate; [Hawley]
Comments
Highly flammable liquid that poses a dangerous fire risk; [Hawley] An irritant; Targets the CNS; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
150 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP from ChemIDplus;

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: