Acetaldehyde PurTech Standard for GC [Includes all characterization data]

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Linear Formula:  C2H4O
Molecular Weight:  44.05 g/mol
CAS Number: 75-07-0

Properties

Vapour pressure 14.63 psi ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility completely miscible
Autoignition temp. 365 °F
Explosion limit 60 %
Assay Purity >=99%
Refractive index n20/D 1.332
B pt. 21 °C
M pt. -125 °C
Density 0.785 g/mL at 25 °C
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H224,H319,H335,H341,H350
Precautionary Statement  P202 - P210 - P233 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P308 + P313 - P403 + P233
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29121200
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1089

Description

Application
Used as an intermediate in the production of acetic acid perfumes dyes resins plastics and various organic chemicals. It is also used in laboratory and industrial synthesis.

Purpose
Serves primarily as a reactive building block for synthesizing other chemicals and compounds. It is also used in certain flavor and fragrance formulations.

General Description
Acetaldehyde is a colorless highly volatile flammable liquid with a sharp fruity odor. It is reactive and should be handled carefully due to its hazardous properties.