1,3-Dimethylcyclohexane
Agent Name
1,3-Dimethylcyclohexane
CAS Number
591-21-9
Formula
C8-H16
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
Cyclohexane, 1,3-dimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN2263
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Colorless liquid; [Acros Organics MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as an intermediate and special solvent (a mixture of all isomers); [Hawley]
Comments
Explosive mixtures can be produced with air; Highly flammable; An irritant; [Aldrich MSDS] May have anesthetic effects causing drowsiness, dizziness, and headache; Overexposure may cause skin and eye irritation; [ChemSampCo MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
21.4 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Dimethylcyclohexanes." VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
may ignite at ambient temp
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: