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isopentane; 2-methylbutane

CAS 78-78-4 · C5H12
Hazard class
Danger — Flammable, Health hazard, Irritant / harmful, Environmental hazard
Pictograms
FlammableHealth hazardIrritant / harmfulEnvironmental hazard
H-statements
  • H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
  • H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
  • H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
  • H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
  • EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
Common uses (US EPA CDR)
CBIFuelFuel agentsIntermediateSealant (barrier)Solvent
Synonyms
2-Methylbutane · ISOPENTANE · Isoamylhydride · Butane, 2-methyl- · iso-Pentane · 1,1,2-Trimethylethane · Dimethylethylmethane · Ethyldimethylmethane
Molecular weight
72.15 g/mol
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Flammable · Health hazard · Irritant / harmful · Environmental hazard
Data source
Harmonised classification ECHA — EU CLP Annex VI
Legally binding EU classification adopted by ECHA under CLP Annex VI — the highest-confidence GHS source.
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