Petroleum ether
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Physicochemical properties |
Color and odor status: colorless transparent liquid with kerosene odor |
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Toxicity: low toxicity |
Flammability: flammable |
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Density: 0.64～0.66 |
Volatility: Volatile |
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Boiling point: 40～80℃ |
Stability: stable |
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Melting point: -73℃ |
Flash point: -20℃ |
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Self-ignition point: -20 ℃ |
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Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents such as absolute ethanol, benzene, chloroform, oils, etc. |
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Various code |
CAS: 8032-32-4 |
HS:27101130 |
EINECS：309-852-0 |
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Uses |
Mainly used as a solvent and as a grease extraction. Used as organic solvent, extractant, fine chemical synthesis, detergent, pesticide, etc. |
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Hazard category |
3.2 Class flash point flammable liquid |
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Fire-fighting measures |
Extinguishing agent: foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder, sand. Extinguishing with water is ineffective. |
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Emergency treatment |
Skin contact: Take off contaminated clothing immediately, and rinse the skin thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention Eye contact: Lift the eyelid immediately, and rinse thoroughly with plenty of running water or normal saline for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention Inhalation: quickly leave the scene to a place with fresh air. Keep the airway unobstructed. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing stops, give artificial respiration immediately. Seek medical attention Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink milk or egg white. Seek medical attention |
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Packaging, storage, transportation |
Packed in steel drums with small openings, 40kg/drum, stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse, away from fire, heat sources, and the warehouse temperature does not exceed 25 degrees. Keep the container sealed and store separately from oxidants. Avoid mixed storage and transport as required for dangerous goods. |
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Remarks: Petroleum ether is a light petroleum product, mainly a mixture of pentane and hexane |
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