3-Methylhexane

Agent Name
3-Methylhexane
CAS Number
589-34-4
Formula
C7-H16
Major Category
Solvents
3-Methylhexane formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Ethylpentane; Hexane, 3-methyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN1206
Category
Aliphatics, Saturated (<C12)
Description
Clear colorless liquid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
A skin irritant; May cause lung injury if ingested; Inhalation of vapor may cause drowsiness or dizziness; [ToxPlanet: ESIS] An irritant; Inhalation of vapor may cause drowsiness or dizziness; Harmful by ingestion (may cause lung damage by aspiration); Targets CNS, lungs, heart, and ears; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

TLV (ACGIH)
400 ppm
STEL (ACGIH)
500 ppm
MAK
500 ppm
Vapor Pressure
61.5 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Heptanes." 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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