3-Heptene
Agent Name
3-Heptene
CAS Number
592-78-9
Formula
C7-H14
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Hept-3-ene; [ChemIDplus] 1-Ethyl-2-propylethylene; [EPA OHM/TADS] UN3295
Category
Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Description
Colorless liquid; Mixture of 50% cis and 50% trans isomers; [EPA OHM/TADS] Clear colorless liquid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Suggested for use as a plant growth regulator; [EPA OHM/TADS]
Comments
A mild skin irritant; High concentrations may have narcotic effects; [EPA OHM/TADS] An irritant; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Hydrocarbons, liquid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: