Identity
Classification
- Categories
- General Purpose Solvents primary
- Applications
- Organic Synthesis
Technical Data
Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Physical state at 20 °C | Liquid | — |
| Density [g/cm3] | 0.74 g/cm3 | g/cm3 |
| Relative density, gas (air=1) | 0.74 g/cm3 | g/cm3 |
| Solubility in water [% weight] | Insoluble in water | — |
| Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C | 1.77 | — |
| Explosion limits - upper [%] | 15.10 % | % |
| Explosion limits -lower [%] | 1.60 % | % |
| Colour | Clear Colorless | — |
| Odour | Characteristic ethereal odor | — |
| Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | -110 °C | °C |
| Auto-ignition temperature [°C] | 374 °C | °C |
| Flammability (solid, gas) | Flammable | — |
| Flash point [°C] | (-33.0 °C) | — |
| Boiling point [°C] | 55 - 56 °C | °C |
| Vapour pressure [20°C] | 279.2 hPa | hPa |
These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colorless liquid | — | — |
| Purity | Min 99 % | % | GC |
| Refractive index (20°C; 589 nm) (20 °C) | 1.369 - 1.370 | — | — |
| Identity | Passes test | — | IR |
| Free acid (as acetic acid) | Max 0.005 % | % | — |
| Density (d20°C/4°C) | 0.740 - 0.742 | — | — |
| Peroxide | Max 0.005 % | % | — |
| Residue on evaporation | Max 0.005 % | % | — |
| Water | Max 0.05 % | % | — |
Available grades
3 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.
Packaging
| Pack size | SKU |
|---|---|
| 25 L | RA002863-PK-25L |
| 500 mL | RA002863-PK-500ML |
| 2.5 L | RA002863-PK-2.5L |