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Petroleum Ether, Optima™ for HPLC and GC, Fisher Chemical™

Catalog No. E120SK4
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High purity solvent for GC and pesticide residue analysis

  • Tested by GC-ECD to ensure minimum halogenated residue levels (≤10 ng/L) to demonstrate suitability for pesticide analysis
  • Also meets ACS specifications
  • Intended for research use only

Chemical Identifiers

MDL Number

MFCD00081849

Specifications

CAS

8032-32-4

Color

Colorless

Acidity

Pass Test

Boiling Point

38°C

Quantity

4 L

Flash Point

−17.8°C / 0°F

Identification

Pass Test

Packaging

Safe-Cote™ Amber Glass 

Physical Form

Liquid

Refractive Index

1.3560 to 1.3660 (at 25°C)

Residue after Evaporation

1ppm max.

UN Number

1268

Water

0.01% max.

Synonym

p-tolylmagnesium bromide, magnesium, bromo 4-methylphenyl, 4-methylphenylmagnesium bromide, bromo 4-methylphenyl magnesium, 4-tolylmagnesium bromide, 4-toluylmagnesium bromide, p-tolyl-magnesium bromide, 4-tolyl magnesium bromide, 4-methylphenylmagnesiumbromide, p-methylphenylmagnesium bromide

Grade

High purity extraction solvent for GC applications

Chemical Name or Material

Petroleum Ether

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Hazard Statement

DANGER!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview
Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause heritable genetic damage. May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. 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. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air.

NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:3
Instability:0

DOTInformation

DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid
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