tert-Butyl methyl ether for pesticide residue analysis, PurReagent >=99.0%
PurReagent
Synonym: MTBE, Methyl tert-butyl ether
Linear Formula:
C5H12O
Molecular Weight: 88.15 g/mol
CAS Number: 1634-04-4
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 4.05 psi ( 20 °C) |
| Autoignition temp. | 705 °F |
| Explosion limit | 1.5-8.5%(V) |
| Assay Purity | >=99% |
| Refractive index | 1.3680 - 1.3700 |
| B pt. | 55-56 °C |
| M pt. | -110 °C |
| Density | 0.7404 g/cm3 |
| Form | liquid |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | H225,H315 |
| Precautionary Statement | P210 - P233 - P240 - P241 - P242 - P303 + P361 + P353 |
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| Signal word | Danger |
| HS Code | 29091910 |
| Storage Temp. | Room Temperature |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
| UN Number | 2398 |
Description
Application
MTBE is used mainly in gasoline blending chemical synthesis extraction and laboratory processes. It is also used as a solvent and in certain organic synthesis and analytical applications.
Purpose
Its main purpose is to act as an oxygenating and octane-enhancing agent in gasoline helping improve fuel combustion and reduce carbon monoxide emissions. It can also serve as a solvent in chemical and laboratory applications.
General Description
Tert-butyl methyl ether (MTBE) also called methyl tert-butyl ether is a colorless volatile and flammable organic liquid with the formula C5H12O. It is moderately soluble in water and is commonly used as an organic solvent.
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