2-Methylpentane, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

2-Methylpentane is employed as a raw material, rubber solvent and vegetable oil extraction solvent. It is also used as a solvent in adhesives. Further, it is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and finds application in food, preservatives, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, beverages and flavor enhancer.

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Applications
2-Methylpentane is employed as a raw material, rubber solvent and vegetable oil extraction solvent. It is also used as a solvent in adhesives. Further, it is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and finds application in food, preservatives, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, beverages and flavor enhancer.

Solubility
Miscible with alcohol, ether, acetone and chloroform. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 107-83-5
• Molecular Formula: C6H14
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 86.178
• MDL Number: MFCD00009406
• InChI Key: AFABGHUZZDYHJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: isohexane, pentane, 2-methyl, 2-methylpentan, 2-methyl pentane, dimethylpropylmethane, 1,1-dimethylbutane, iso-hexane, methyl pentane, unii-49ib0u6mld, 2-methyl-pentane
• PubChem CID: 7892
• IUPAC Name: 2-methylpentane
• SMILES: CCCC(C)C

• Melting Point: -154°C
• Density: 0.653
• Boiling Point: 61°C to 62°C
• Flash Point: −40°C (−40°F)
• Odor: Petroleum-like
• Refractive Index: 1.371
• Quantity: 500 mL
• UN Number: UN1208
• Beilstein: 1730735
• Solubility Information: Miscible with alcohol,ether,acetone and chloroform. Immiscible with water.
• Formula Weight: 86.18
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2-Methylpentane

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• 2-Methylpentane

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
• Aspiration toxicity Category 1
• Flammable liquid Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
• H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2-Methylpentane

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only