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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
2-Methylbutane / isopentane
A branched alkane hydrocarbon commonly used as a solvent, blowing agent in foam production, and in chromatography as a mobile phase. It is not a food ingredient and primarily considered a chemical material. Exposure is mostly by inhalation of vapors in industrial settings.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 25, 2024
Health score-3.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Flammability, inhalation toxicity, respiratory irritation, CNS effects, potential environmental pollutant
Benefits
Effective solvent and blowing agent in industrial applications