Agent Name |
1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane |
CAS Number |
35691-65-7 |
Formula |
C6-H6-Br2-N2 |
Major Category |
Nitrogen Compounds |
Synonyms |
Glutaronitrile, 2-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; Methyldibromo glutaronitrile; 1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane; 1-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-1,3-propanedicarbonitrile; 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)glutaronitrile; 2-Bromo-2-bromoethylglutaronitrile; BBMG; Bromothalonil; MDBGN; Metacide 38; Methyldibromoglutaronitrile; Pentanedinitrile, 2-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; Tektamer; Tektamer 38; Tektamer 38AD; Tuopai DM 01; 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)pentanedinitrile; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Other Nitrogen Compounds |
Description |
Crystals with a pungent odor; [CAMEO] |
Sources/Uses |
Euxyl K-400 is a biocide used in cosmetics, cleaning solutions, glues, paints, and metal-working fluids. [Kanerva, p. 673] |
Comments |
One of the two chemical components of Euxyl K400, the mixture contains 20% 1,2-dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane and 80% phenoxyethanol. The former chemical is thought to be the skin sensitizer in the biocide, Euxyl K400. [Kanerva, p. 673 and 1152] A skin and eye irritant; May cause skin sensitization after prolonged contact; [ICSC] |
Reference Link |
Occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by Euxyl K 400 |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Vapor Pressure |
0.00025 mm Hg |
Lethal Concentration |
:C50 (rats) > 13,000 mg/m3/4h |
Explanatory Notes |
"Danger of sensitization of skin." [MAK] |
Adverse Effects |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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