Isooctane (Spectranalyzed™), Fisher Chemical™

For use in the ultraviolet and infrared ranges

Chemical Identifiers

CAS

540-84-1

Molecular Formula

C8H18

Molecular Weight (g/mol)

114.232

MDL Number

MFCD00008943

InChI Key

NHTMVDHEPJAVLT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Synonym

isooctane, isobutyltrimethylmethane, pentane, 2,2,4-trimethyl, iso-octane, 2,4,4-trimethylpentane, unii-qab8f5669o, ch3 2chch2c ch3 3, 2, 2, 4-trimethylpentane, i-octane, isobutyltrimethylethane

PubChem CID

10907

ChEBI

CHEBI:62805

IUPAC Name

2,2,4-trimethylpentane

SMILES

CC(C)CC(C)(C)C

Melting Point

-107°C

Absorbance

Pass Test

Color

Colorless

Density

0.690g/cm³

Boiling Point

98°C

Quantity

4 L

Identification

Pass Test

Infrared Spectrum

Conforms to reference

Packaging

Glass Bottle

Physical Form

Liquid

Residue after Evaporation

0.001% max.

Assay Percent Range

≥99 %

Linear Formula

(CH₃)₃CCH₂CH(CH₃)₂

Vapor Pressure

51mbar at 20°C

Viscosity

0.51 mPa/s at 22°C

Formula Weight

114.23

Percent Purity

≥99%

Grade

Also meets ACS specifications

Chemical Name or Material

Isooctane

Hazard Statement

DANGER!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview
Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:3
Instability:0

DOTInformation

DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

SDS

Hazard Statement

DANGER!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview
Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:3
Instability:0

DOTInformation

DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

SDS