n-heptane PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


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

Properties

Vapour pressure 40 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility Practically insoluble
Autoignition temp. 433 °F
Explosion limit 7 %
Assay Purity >=99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.387
B pt. 98 °C
M pt. 91°C
Density 0.684 g/cm3
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 29011000
Flash point 30°F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1206

Description

Application
It is used as a non-polar solvent in laboratories in fuel testing (as a reference for octane rating) and in the production of adhesives and coatings.

Purpose
Its purpose is to provide a stable non-reactive medium for dissolving hydrophobic substances and serving as a standard in fuel performance evaluation.

General Description
Heptane is a straight-chain alkane with seven carbon atoms (chemical formula CH) and is a colorless volatile liquid.