n-Heptane PurSolv HS, GC-Headspace tested, >=99.5%

PurSolv-HS


Synonym:  Heptane
Linear Formula:  C7H16
Molecular Weight:  100.2 g/mol
CAS Number: 142-82-5

Properties

Vapour pressure 40 mmHg ( 20 °C), 83 mmHg ( 37.7 °C)
Water Solubility Insoluble
Autoignition temp. 433 °F
Explosion limit 7 %
Assay Purity >=99.5%
Refractive index n20/D 1.39
B pt. 98 °C
M pt. -91°C
Density 0.684 g/mL at 25 °C
Form liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304,H315,H336,H410
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code NA
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number UN1206

Description

Application
n-Heptane is commonly used as a laboratory solvent in fuel testing (as a reference for octane rating) and in the extraction of oils and fats.

Purpose
The purpose of n-heptane is to serve as a nonpolar solvent and standard reference fuel aiding in chemical analysis and evaluating fuel performance.

General Description
A colorless volatile and highly flammable liquid hydrocarbon. It is a straight-chain alkane non-polar insoluble in water and has a gasoline-like odor.