Liquid. Boiling range
183–218C, bulk d 6.44 lb/gal (15.5). Combustible.
Detergents (dodecylbenzene), lubricant additives,
plasticizers.
Dodecene: a straight-chain alkene,CH3(CH2)9CH:CH2, obtained from petroleumand used in making dodecylbenzene.
A colorless liquid. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. May irritate skin and eyes, and may be narcotic in high concentrations. Used to make other chemicals.
Highly flammable. Insoluble in water.
Propylene tetramer may react vigorously with strong oxidizing agents. May react exothermically with reducing agents to release hydrogen gas. In the presence of various catalysts (such as acids) or initiators, may undergo exothermic addition polymerization reactions.
No inhalation hazard expected. Aspiration hazard if ingested. Low skin and eye irritation.
Reactivity with Water No reaction; Reactivity with Common Materials: No reaction; Stability During Transport: Stable; Neutralizing Agents for Acids and Caustics: Not pertinent; Polymerization: Not pertinent; Inhibitor of Polymerization: Not pertinent.
Low toxicity by
ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact.
Probably irritating and narcotic in high
concentration. Flammable or combustible
when exposed to heat or flame; can react
with oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use
foam, CO2, dry chemical. When heated to
decomposition it emits acrid smoke and
irritating fumes.
