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Isopentane is a colorless flammable gas or liquid with an odor similar to gasoline. It is used as a solvent and to make other chemicals and polystyrene.
Sources of Exposure: fuels; aerosol perfumes, cosmetics and personal care products
Health Impacts: The use of isopentane in aerosols may be irritating to the skin and eyes. If inhaled, as is likely when sprayed as a vapor, it can irritate the respiratory tract, induce coughing and irregular heartbeat. It is also highly flammable and explosive.
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PubChem: Isopentane (Accessed April 19, 2021)