Agent Name |
1-Hexene |
CAS Number |
592-41-6 |
Formula |
C6-H12 |
Major Category |
Solvents |
Synonyms |
1-n-Hexene ; Butyl ethylene ; Butylethylene ; Dialene 6 ; Hexene ; Hexene-1 ; Hexylene ; UN2370; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Aliphatics, Unsaturated |
Description |
Colorless liquid with a mild, gasoline-like odor; [ACGIH] |
Sources/Uses |
Used in fuels and as a chemical intermediate; [ACGIH] |
Comments |
Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS depression, narcosis, and unconsciousness. [CHEMINFO MSDS] Critical Effects: CNS; reproductive; [ACGIH] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
No |
TLV (ACGIH) |
50 ppm |
Vapor Pressure |
184 mm Hg |
Lethal Concentration |
LC50 (rats) = 32,000 ppm/4H |
Flammability (NFPA) |
3: may ignite at ambient temperature |
Adverse Effects |
Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
Reproductive Toxin |
Yes |
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