Agent Name |
Octadecane |
CAS Number |
593-45-3 |
Formula |
C18-H38 |
Major Category |
Solvents |
Synonyms |
n-Octadecane; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Aliphatics, Saturated |
Description |
Clear liquid; [CAMEO] White, low melting solid; [MSDSonline] |
Sources/Uses |
Used as a solvent and 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 212 degrees F; Boiling point equals 601 degrees F; [CAMEO] Melting point = 82 deg F; [MSDSonline] |
Flammability (NFPA) |
1: must be preheated |
Adverse Effects |
Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
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