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