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n-Decane, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
n-Decane is used as a solvent as well as an internal standard in the GC analysis of oxalic, malonic and succinic acids. It is used in paint manufacture as a hydrocarbon solvent and for wood stains and varnishes as a varnish solvent. It is an active component of automotive fuels viz. gasoline (petrol).
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n-Decane is used as a solvent as well as an internal standard in the GC analysis of oxalic, malonic and succinic acids. It is used in paint manufacture as a hydrocarbon solvent and for wood stains and varnishes as a varnish solvent. It is an active component of automotive fuels viz. gasoline (petrol).
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol and ethers. Miscible with ethanol and ether. Slightly miscible with carbon tetrachloride. Immiscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
-30°C
Density
0.730 g/mL
Boiling Point
172°C to 174°C
Flash Point
46°C (115°F)
Assay Percent Range
99%
Refractive Index
1.4115
Quantity
500 mL
Beilstein
1696981
Solubility Information
Soluble in alcohol and ethers. Miscible with ethanol and ether. Slightly miscible with carbon tetrachloride. Immiscible with water.
Formula Weight
142.29
Hazard Category
H226-H304
Precautionary Statement
P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P243-P280-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P331-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation
Hazard Class: 3; Packaging Group: III
EINECSNumber
204-686-4
RTECSNumber
HD6550000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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