| Agent Name |
Diethyl zinc |
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| CAS Number |
557-20-0 |
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| Formula |
C4-H10-Zn |
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| Major Category |
Metals |
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| Synonyms |
Diethylzinc; Zinc ethide; Zinc, diethyl-; UN1366; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Category |
Metals, Organic Compounds |
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| Description |
Colorless liquid with a garlic-like odor; [HSDB] Highly flammable in air and reactive with water; [Sullivan, p. 979] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a chemical intermediate, a catalyst, an aerospace fuel, and a deacidification agent in paper manufacturing; [HSDB] |
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| Comments |
Inhalation exposure can cause metal fume fever; Can cause burns of the skin and cornea; [HSDB] Ignites when exposed to air; [CHRIS] See "ORGANOMETALS." |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Vapor Pressure |
20.8 mm Hg |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
4: burns readily |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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