| Agent Name |
Dipropyl ketone |
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| CAS Number |
123-19-3 |
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| Formula |
C7-H14-O |
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| Major Category |
Solvents |
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| Synonyms |
4-Heptanone (natural); Di-n-propyl ketone; Dipropyl ketone; GBL; Heptan-4-one; Propyl ketone; [ChemIDplus] UN2710 |
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| Category |
Ketones |
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| Description |
Colorless liquid with a pleasant odor; [NIOSH] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a solvent for organic chemicals and surface coatings; [ACGIH] |
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| Comments |
In rats, 400 ppm slows respiration, 825 ppm causes CNS depression, and 1600 ppm induces narcosis. Inhalation of 1200 ppm for 2 weeks causes mild liver enlargement. [ACGIH] Possible burns to eyes and skin; [CAMEO] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
No |
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| TLV (ACGIH) |
50 ppm |
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| Vapor Pressure |
6.12 mm Hg |
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| Lethal Concentration |
LC50 (rats) = 2,690 ppm/6h |
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| Explanatory Notes |
Flash point = 120 deg F; |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
2: high ambient temperature required |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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| Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
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| Hepatotoxin |
Hepatotoxin, Secondary |
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