| Agent Name |
Collodion |
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| CAS Number |
9004-70-0 |
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| Major Category |
Other Classes |
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| Synonyms |
Pyroxylin 40 g in 750 ml ether and 250 ml of alcohol; [Hawley] |
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| Category |
Other Organic Compounds |
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| Description |
"A Nitrocellulose solution in ether and alcohol." [ChemIDplus] Colorless, thick liquid with ether-like odor; [CHRIS] Nitrocellulose is derived by treatment of cellulose with nitric and sulfuric acids; [Hawley] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used in photographic film, fibers, lacquers, drug solvents, and wound sealants; Used in engraving and lithography; [ChemIDplus] Used in lacquers, inks, adhesives, leather coatings, and photography; [HSDB] |
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| Comments |
Inhalation of ether fumes can cause narcosis. [CHRIS] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
4: burns readily |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
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