Agent Name |
Hexadecane |
CAS Number |
544-76-3 |
Formula |
C16-H34 |
Major Category |
Solvents |
Synonyms |
Cetane; n-Cetane; n-Hexadecane; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Aliphatics, Saturated |
Description |
Clear liquid; Melting point equals 18 degrees C; [HSDB] |
Sources/Uses |
Used as a solvent and organic intermediate; [HSDB] |
Comments |
A skin irritant; May cause narcosis after prolonged exposure; [MSDSonline] |
Exposure Assessment |
Vapor Pressure |
0.00143 mm Hg |
Explanatory Notes |
Flash point equals 275 degrees F; boiling point equals 549 degrees F; [CAMEO] |
Flammability (NFPA) |
1: must be preheated |
Adverse Effects |
Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
Links to Other NLM Databases |
Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: HEXADECANE
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