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Agent Name Nonadecane
CAS Number 629-92-5
Formula C19-H40
Major Category Solvents
Synonyms n-Nonadecane; [ChemIDplus]
Category Aliphatics, Saturated
Description Wax; [CAMEO] White solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses Used in organic synthesis; [Hawley]
Comments A skin irritant; [MSDSonline] A solid at room temperature; CNS adverse effects not likely unless prolonged exposure to heated substance;
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes Flash point equals greater than 212 degrees F; Boiling point equals 626 degrees F; Melting point equals 90 degrees F; [CAMEO]
Flammability (NFPA) 1: must be preheated
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin CNS Solvent Syndrome
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