Agent Name | Caproyl chloride |
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CAS Number | 142-61-0 |
Formula | C6-H11-Cl-O |
Major Category | Toxic Gases & Vapors |
Synonyms | Hexanoyl chloride; [ChemIDplus] UN3094 |
Category | Acid Halides |
Description | Liquid; [Merck Index] |
Comments | Decomposed by water; [Merck Index] Reacts violently with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] |
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Explanatory Notes | The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, water-reactive, n.o.s." |
Adverse Effects | |
Toxic Pneumonitis | Yes |
Dermatotoxin | Skin Burns |
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Other Information | No other related information on this agent was found. |