Cyclopentane PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Cyclopentane
Linear Formula:  C5H10
Molecular Weight:  70.13 g/mol
CAS Number: 287-92-3

Properties

Vapour pressure 18.93 psi ( 55 °C)
Water Solubility Slightly miscible
Autoignition temp. 682 °F
Explosion limit 8.7 %
Assay Purity >=99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.405
B pt. 50 °C
M pt. ?94 °C
Density 0.751 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304,H336,H412
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P240 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29021990
Flash point ?35 °F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1146

Description

Application
It is used in chemical industry as a blowing agent for polyurethane foams and as a nonpolar solvent in laboratory and industrial processes.

Purpose
Its purpose is to serve as a volatile solvent or expansion agent particularly in foam production where it helps create insulating materials.

General Description
cyclopentane is a colorless highly flammable liquid hydrocarbon with a five-carbon ring structure and a mild gasoline-like odor.