Name | Octadecane |
Synonyms | Octadecane n-Octadecane n-Octadecane 0 n-Octadecane for synthesis Octadecane [Standard Material for GC] N-OCTADECANE REFERENCE SUBSTANCE FOR GAS |
CAS | 593-45-3 |
EINECS | 209-790-3 |
InChI | InChI=1/C18H38/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-18H2,1-2H3 |
Molecular Formula | C18H38 |
Molar Mass | 254.49 |
Density | 0.777g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | 28 °C |
Boling Point | 317°C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 330°F |
Water Solubility | No rapid reaction with water. |
Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, ether, methanol. |
Vapor Presure | 1 mm Hg ( 119 °C) |
Vapor Density | 8.8 (vs air) |
Appearance | White crystal |
Specific Gravity | 0.7822 |
Color | White |
BRN | 1740138 |
Storage Condition | room temp |
Stability | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
Sensitive | Flammable, easy to absorb moisture |
Refractive Index | 1.4390 |
MDL | MFCD00009007 |
Use | Used as standard substance for chromatographic analysis |
Risk Codes | R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking R65 - Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S24 - Avoid contact with skin. S23 - Do not breathe vapour. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29011000 |