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Organic Chemicals

Paraldehyde

RA003242 CAS 123-63-7 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA003242
CAS number
123-63-7
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
98%
Molecular formula
C6H12O3
Molecular weight
132.16

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Vapour pressure mm/Hg 25.3 mmHg mmHg
Vapour density 4.5 —
Density [g/cm3] 0.996 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water [% weight] Partially soluble in cold water —
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C 0.50 - 0.95 —
Explosion limits - upper [%] 17 % %
Explosion limits -lower [%] 1.30 % %
Colour Clear Colorless —
Odour Aromatic odor —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 12 °C °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 238 °C °C
Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable —
Flash point [°C] 36 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 124 °C °C
Vapour pressure [20°C] 25.3 mmHg mmHg

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance A clear colorless to pale yellow colored liquid —
Assay Min 98 % %
Density (d20°C/4°C) 0.992 - 0.994 —

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 L RA003242-PK-25L
500 mL RA003242-PK-500ML
200 L RA003242-PK-200L
2.5 L RA003242-PK-2.5L