2-Nitropropane PurTech Standard for GC [Includes all characterization data] >=95%

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Linear Formula:  C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight:  89.09 g/mol
CAS Number: 79-46-9

Properties

Vapour pressure ~13 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility 1.7 g/100 mL (20 ºC)
Assay Purity >= 95 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.394(lit.)
B pt. 120°C(lit.)
M pt. -93°C
Density 0.992 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H226,H302,H331,H341,H350,H412
Precautionary Statement  P202-P210-P273-P301+P312-P304+P340+P311-P308+P313
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29042000
Flash point 99°F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 2608

Description

Application
It is employed in paints inks adhesives and coatings due to its effective dissolving properties. It serves as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals agrochemicals and other organic compounds. It helps improve the consistency and application of surface coatings in manufacturing processes. It is used in research settings for reactions involving nitro compounds.

Purpose
The main purpose of 2-nitropropane is to act as a solvent and chemical intermediate. Its chemical structure allows it to participate in various organic reactions making it useful in synthesizing more complex compounds.

General Description
2-Nitropropane is a polar organic solvent known for its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances including resins oils and coatings. It has good chemical stability under normal conditions but can be reactive under strong reducing or oxidizing environments. Due to its volatility it evaporates relatively quickly when exposed to air.