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isoprene (stabilised); 2-methyl-1,3-butadiene

CAS 78-79-5 · C5H8
Hazard class
Danger — Flammable, Health hazard
Pictograms
FlammableHealth hazard
H-statements
  • H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
  • H350 May cause cancer
  • H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Common uses (US EPA CDR)
IntermediateMonomersProcessing aids not otherwise specifiedLubricating agent
Synonyms
ISOPRENE · 2-Methyl-1,3-butadiene · 2-Methylbuta-1,3-diene · Isopentadiene · 2-Methylbutadiene · 2-Methyldivinyl · 1,3-Butadiene, 2-methyl- · beta-Methylbivinyl
Molecular weight
68.12 g/mol
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Flammable · Health 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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