Propadiene
Agent Name
Propadiene
CAS Number
463-49-0
Formula
C3-H4
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
1,2-Propadiene; Allene; Dimethylenemethane; Sym-allylene; UN2200; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Simple Asphyxiants
Description
Colorless gas; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as a chemical intermediate, a fuel gas for welding when mixed with propyne, and a monomer; [HSDB]
Comments
Inhaling high concentrations can cause lightheadedness and syncope; [NJ-HSFS] Liquefied gas may cause frostbite. A simple asphyxiant; [CAMEO] Propadiene, stabilized (UN2200) has warning of explosive polymerization; [ERG 2016]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
5430 mm Hg
Explosive Polymerization
Yes
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Other Poison
Simple Asphyxiant
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
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Processes
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