Methyl Cyclopentane PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

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Linear Formula:  C5H9CH3
Molecular Weight:  84.16
CAS Number: 96-37-7

Properties

Vapour pressure 232.8 mmHg ( 37.7 °C)
Autoignition temp. 624 °F
Explosion limit 8.35 %
Assay Purity >= 99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.410
B pt. 72 °C
M pt. 142°C
Density 0.749 g/mL at 25 °C
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P240 - P241 - P301 + P310 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 98020000
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
It is used in organic chemistry as a solvent and as a model compound in studies related to petroleum refining and fuel behavior. It is also present in gasoline and used in research on hydrocarbon reactions.

Purpose
The purpose of methyl cyclopentane is to help in understanding the properties and reactions of cyclic hydrocarbons. It is also useful in industrial and laboratory settings where controlled hydrocarbon behavior is required.

General Description
Methyl cyclopentane is a saturated hydrocarbon with the chemical formula CH consisting of a cyclopentane ring with a methyl group attached. It is a colorless volatile liquid and belongs to the cycloalkane family.