Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid, pungent odor. Stabilized with hydroquinone or diphenylamine.
Chemicals Properties
Assay (GC): ≥ 99.0 %
Appearance: Clear, colorless.
Refractive Index n²⁰D: 1.395 - 1.397
Specific Gravity (20/20°C): 0.930 - 0.934
Boiling Range: 72 - 73°C
Stabilizer: 10-50 ppm hydroquinone (typical).
Water (Karl Fischer): ≤ 0.05 %
Acidity (as acetic acid): ≤ 0.01 %
Aldehyde (as acetaldehyde): ≤ 0.02 %
Hazard Information
Hazard: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May form explosive peroxides. Causes skin and eye irritation.
Safety: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames. Test for peroxides before distillation. Wear gloves and eye protection.
Storage: Store in a cool, well-ventilated place in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Keep away from ignition sources and oxidizing agents.