PENTANE, 2,3-DIMETHYL-
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Synonym(s): 2,3-DIMETHYLPENTANE; 3,4-DIMETHYLPENTANE
Occupational hazards |
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Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | European Union - Classification & Labelling |
Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses | European Union - Classification & Labelling |
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) |
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Classified as irritant | European Union - Classification & Labelling |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
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Classified as potentially toxic or harmful | European Union - Classification & Labelling |
Ecotoxicology |
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Wildlife and environmental toxicity | European Union - Classification & Labelling |
Miscellaneous |
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Occupational hazards related to handling |
European Union - Classification & Labelling |
Data gaps |
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Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel |
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Government, industry, academic studies and classifications |
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European Union - Classification & Labelling | CPS&Q (Consumer Products Safety & Quality) formely known as ECB (European Chemicals Bureau). 2008. Classification and Labelling: Chemicals: Annex VI of Directive 67/548/EEC through the 31st ATP. |
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