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PETROLEUM ETHER

Synonym(s):FM approval;Hexane;Hexanes;Petroleum benzine boiling range 140-180°C;Petroleum spirit, Petroleum ether

  • CAS NO.:64742-82-1
  • Empirical Formula: C6H14
  • Molecular Weight: 86.18
  • MDL number: MFCD00081849
  • EINECS: 265-185-4
  • Update Date: 2024-10-24 21:11:45
PETROLEUM ETHER Structural

What is PETROLEUM ETHER?

Definition

PETROLEUM ETHER is a complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained from a catalytic hydrodesulfurization process. It consists of hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C7 through C12 and boiling in the range of approximately 90.degree.C to 230.degree.C (194.degree.F to 446.degree.F).

Flammability and Explosibility

Extremely flammable

Properties of PETROLEUM ETHER

Melting point: −95 °C(lit.)
Boiling point: 90-100 °C
Density  0.77 g/mL at 20 °C
vapor density  3 (vs air)
vapor pressure  256 mm Hg ( 37.7 °C)
refractive index  n20/D 1.428
Flash point: -9 °F
storage temp.  Store at +5°C to +30°C.
solubility  0.04g/l
form  Liquid or Solid
color  Clear colorless to yellow
explosive limit 0.7-6.5%(V)
Merck  13,04712
CAS DataBase Reference 64742-82-1
EPA Substance Registry System Naphtha (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized heavy (64742-82-1)

Safety information for PETROLEUM ETHER

Signal word Danger
Pictogram(s)
ghs
Health Hazard
GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements H304:Aspiration hazard
H340:Germ cell mutagenicity
H350:Carcinogenicity
H372:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
Precautionary Statement Codes P201:Obtain special instructions before use.
P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P331:Do NOT induce vomiting.
P301+P310:IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Computed Descriptors for PETROLEUM ETHER

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