Blowing agent

Independent reference data for Blowing agent (CAS 9078-70-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a chemical raw material and in lighter fluids, blowtorch fuels, laboratory solvents, blowing agents for plastics, gasoline additives, and aerosol propellants; [HSDB] Used as foaming agent for expanded polystyrene (EPS) and polyurethane, process diluent/carrier for polymerizations, formulation solvent in adhesives, and for other minor uses (pharmaceuticals, degreasing agents, lubricants, stain removers, and cleaning agents); [ExPub: CPS&Q: RARs - Final Risk Assessment Report]Working with Glues and Adhesives [Category: Other]

Synonyms and trade names

PENTANE; n-Pentane; 109-66-0; Pentan; Skellysolve A; Pentanen; Pentani; Amyl hydride; Tetrafume; Tetrakil; Tetraspot; DTXSID2025846; 4FEX897A91; NSC-72415; DTXCID705846; CHEBI:37830

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS CIR / INCI: Propellant; Emollient; Solvent
GHS notification summary	0.8% (11 / 1378)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.8% (11 / 1378)
Reported hazard statements	H225, H304, H336, H411, H224 (16.4%), H320, H335, H401

H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]

H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways [Danger Aspiration hazard]

What the public record says

Blowing agent · CAS 9078-70-0 · C5H12. UNII 4FEX897A91. Boiling Point: 97 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 36.06 °C; Boiling Point: 36.00 to 37.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.