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n-Decane, 99+%
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.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -30°C |
| Color | Colorless |
| Density | 0.730 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 172°C to 174°C |
| Flash Point | 46°C (115°F) |
| Assay Percent Range | >99% |
| Odor | Petrol-like |
| Linear Formula | CH3(CH2)8CH3 |
| Refractive Index | 1.4115 |
| Quantity | 10 g |
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Safety and Handling
- n-Decane
- Danger
- Aspiration toxicity Category 1
- Flammable liquid Category 3
- H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- EUH066-Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
- P331-Do NOT induce vomiting.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Decane
RUO – Research Use Only
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