Cyclopentyl methyl ether (stabilized with BHT) PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  CPME
Linear Formula:  C6H12O
Molecular Weight:  100.16 g/mol
CAS Number: 5614-37-9

Properties

Vapour pressure 59.9 hPa ( 25 °C)
Water Solubility Soluble
Autoignition temp. 180 °C
Explosion limit 1.10-9.90%
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.4210
B pt. 106 °C/760 mmHg
M pt. -140 °C
Density 1.350 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225-H302-H315-H319
Precautionary Statement  P210-P233-P240-P301+P312-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29092000
Flash point -1°C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 3271

Description

Application
It is widely used as a green solvent in organic synthesis including reactions like Grignard and reductions.

Purpose
Its purpose is to provide a stable low-peroxide-forming alternative to traditional ethers improving safety and efficiency in chemical processes.

General Description
Cyclopentyl methyl ether is a clear volatile liquid ether with a mild odor composed of a cyclopentyl group linked to a methyl group through an oxygen atom.