Name | PETROLEUM ETHER |
Synonyms | N-HEXANES N-HEXANE D N-HEXYLHYDRIDE PETROLEUM ETHER PETROLEUM SPIRIT PETROLEUM SPIRIT 40-60 |
CAS | 64742-82-1 |
EINECS | 265-185-4 |
Molecular Formula | C6H14 |
Molar Mass | 86.18 |
Density | 0.77g/mLat 20°C |
Melting Point | −95°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 90-100°C |
Flash Point | -9°F |
Solubility | 0.04g/l |
Vapor Presure | 256 mm Hg ( 37.7 °C) |
Vapor Density | 3 (vs air) |
Appearance | Liquid or Solid |
Color | Clear colorless to yellow |
Merck | 13,04712 |
Storage Condition | Store at +5°C to +30°C. |
Explosive Limit | 0.7-6.5%(V) |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.428 |
Risk Codes | R12 - Extremely Flammable R65 - Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed R45 - May cause cancer R67 - Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness R62 - Possible risk of impaired fertility R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R48/20 - R38 - Irritating to the skin R11 - Highly Flammable R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R46 - May cause heritable genetic damage R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R48/20/21/22 - |
Safety Description | S62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S60 - This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S33 - Take precautionary measures against static discharges. S29 - Do not empty into drains. S9 - Keep container in a well-ventilated place. |
UN IDs | UN 3295 3/PG 2 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | OI6180000 |
FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 3-10 |
HS Code | 2710 12 21 |
Hazard Class | 3.2 |
Packing Group | III |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
spontaneous combustion temperature | 240°C |