n-Decane, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

n-Decane is used as a solvent as well as an internal standard in the GC analysis of oxalic, malonic and succinic acids. It is used in paint manufacture as a hydrocarbon solvent and for wood stains and varnishes as a varnish solvent. It is an active component of automotive fuels viz. gasoline (petrol).

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
n-Decane is used as a solvent as well as an internal standard in the GC analysis of oxalic, malonic and succinic acids. It is used in paint manufacture as a hydrocarbon solvent and for wood stains and varnishes as a varnish solvent. It is an active component of automotive fuels viz. gasoline (petrol).

Solubility
Soluble in alcohol and ethers. Miscible with ethanol and ether. Slightly miscible with carbon tetrachloride. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications

• Melting Point: °C to 30°C
• Density: 0.730
• Boiling Point: 172°C to 174°C
• Flash Point: 46°C (115°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• Refractive Index: 1.4115
• Quantity: 100 mL
• Beilstein: 1696981
• Solubility Information: Soluble in alcohol and ethers. Miscible with ethanol and ether. Slightly miscible with carbon tetrachloride. Immiscible with water.
• Formula Weight: 142.29
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Decane

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• n-Decane

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Flammable liquid Category 3
• Aspiration toxicity Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
• H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P405-Store locked up.
• P501-Dispose of contents/container to in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations..

RUO – Research Use Only