2-Methyl butane PurCert Standard for GC

CRM


Linear Formula:  C5H12
Molecular Weight:  72.15
CAS Number: 78-78-4

Properties

Density 0.62 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H224,H304,H336,H411
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P331 - P403 + P233
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29011000
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1265

Description

Application
Used as a solvent blowing agent in foams refrigerant and component in gasoline blending. Also applied in organic synthesis and as a specialty fuel.

Purpose
Serves mainly as a volatile non-polar solvent and propellant due to low boiling point and inertness aiding extractions expansions and fuel formulations.

General Description
2-Methylbutane (CH) also called isopentane is a branched alkane hydrocarbon. Its a colorless highly flammable liquid or gas with formula CHCH(CH)CHCH boiling at 28C density around 0.62 gmL and insoluble in water.