| Agent Name |
Propadiene |
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| CAS Number |
463-49-0 |
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| Formula |
C3-H4 |
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| Major Category |
Toxic Gases & Vapors |
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| Synonyms |
1,2-Propadiene; Allene; Dimethylenemethane; Sym-allylene; UN2200; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Category |
Simple Asphyxiants |
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| Description |
Colorless gas; [HSDB] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a chemical intermediate, a fuel gas for welding when mixed with propyne, and a monomer; [HSDB] |
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| Comments |
Inhaling high concentrations can cause lightheadedness and syncope; [NJ-HSFS] Liquefied gas may cause frostbite. A simple asphyxiant; [CAMEO] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Vapor Pressure |
5430 mm Hg |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
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| Other Poison |
Simple Asphyxiant |
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| Links to Other NLM Databases |
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| Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: PROPADIENE
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