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Ecotoxicological information

Toxicity to aquatic algae and cyanobacteria

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Description of key information

The 72-hour EC50 for Scenedesmus subspicatus was determined to be > 4.3 mg/L for both cell growth and growth rate. 4.3 mg/L was the highest concentration tested. The NOEC was determined to be 2.5 mg/L (based on growth rate).

Key value for chemical safety assessment

EC50 for freshwater algae:
4.3 mg/L
EC10 or NOEC for freshwater algae:
2.5 mg/L

Additional information

Data obtained from a reliable proprietary report so can be considered reliable and suitable for use as the key study for this endpoint. According to the report's owners the substance di-n-butene can be classified as CAS 11071-47-9 (Isooctene). The 72-hour EC50 for Scenedesmus subspicatus was determined to be >4.3 mg/L for both cell growth and growth rate. 4.3 mg/L was the highest concentration tested. The NOEC was determined to be 2.5 mg/L (based on growth rate).