| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Purity (GC) | ≥ 99.5 % |
| Identity (IR) | conforms |
| Colour | ≤ 10 Hazen |
| Acidity | ≤ 0.0003 meq/g |
| Density (d 20 °C/20 °C) | 0.691 - 0.696 |
| Refractive index (n 20/D) | 1.391 - 1.393 |
| Boiling range (98-100°C) | ≥ 95 % (v/v) |
| Sulfur compounds (as S) | ≤ 0.005 % |
| Readily carbonizable substances | conforms |
| Transmission (between 250nm and 420nm) | ≥ 98 % |
| Al (Aluminium) | ≤ 0.00005 % |
| B (Boron) | ≤ 0.000002 % |
| Ba (Barium) | ≤ 0.00001 % |
| Ca (Calcium) | ≤ 0.00005 % |
| Cd (Cadmium) | ≤ 0.000005 % |
| Co (Cobalt) | ≤ 0.000002 % |
| Cr (Chromium) | ≤ 0.000002 % |
| Cu (Copper) | ≤ 0.000002 % |
| Fe (Iron) | ≤ 0.00001 % |
| Mg (Magnesium) | ≤ 0.00001 % |
| Mn (Manganese) | ≤ 0.000002 % |
| Ni (Nickel) | ≤ 0.000002 % |
| Pb (Lead) | ≤ 0.00001 % |
| Sn (Tin) | ≤ 0.00001 % |
| Zn (Zinc) | ≤ 0.00001 % |
| Evaporation residue | ≤ 0.001 % |
| Water | ≤ 0.01 % |
| Corresponds to ACS, Ph Eur-reagent | |
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| CAS # | EC Number | Hill Formula | Chemical Formula | Molar Mass | Grade Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540-84-1 | 208-759-1 | C₈H₁₈ | CH₃C(CH₃)₂CH₂CH(CH₃)CH₃ | 114.23 g/mol | ACS,Reag. Ph Eur |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Catalogue Number | 104727 |
| Synonyms | 2,2,4-Trimethylpentane, Isobutyltrimethylmethane, iso-Octane |
| Description | Isooctane |
| Overview | EMSURE® grade solvents are suitable for a broad spectrum of classical lab applications, and are frequently used in regulated and highly demanding lab applications. EMSURE® provides worldwide best and most extensive product specifications. We declare our EMSURE® range to be in compliance with the ACS, with the reagent part of the European Pharmacopoeia (Reag. Ph Eur) and also with the ISO standards. |
| Product Information | |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 540-84-1 |
| EC index number | 601-009-00-8 |
| EC number | 208-759-1 |
| Grade | ACS,Reag. Ph Eur |
| Hill Formula | C₈H₁₈ |
| Chemical formula | CH₃C(CH₃)₂CH₂CH(CH₃)CH₃ |
| Molar Mass | 114.23 g/mol |
| HS Code | 2901 10 00 |
| Structure formula Image | |
| Applications | |
|---|---|
| Application | Isooctane for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur. CAS 540-84-1, EC Number 208-759-1, chemical formula CH₃C(CH₃)₂CH₂CH(CH₃)CH₃. Isooctane MSDS (material safety data sheet) or SDS, storage and handling info here. Synonyms: 2,2,4-Trimethylpentane, Isobutyltrimethylmethane, iso-Octane |
| Physicochemical Information | |
|---|---|
| Boiling point | 99 °C (1013 hPa) |
| Density | 0.69 g/cm3 (20 °C) |
| Explosion limit | 1 %(V) |
| Flash point | -12 °C |
| Ignition temperature | 410 °C |
| Melting Point | -107 °C |
| Saturation concentration (air) | 239 g/m3 (20 °C) |
| Vapor pressure | 51 hPa (20 °C) |
| Solubility | 0.56 mg/l |
| Toxicological Information | |
|---|---|
| LD 50 oral | LD50 Rat > 2500 mg/kg |
| Safety Information according to GHS | |
|---|---|
| Hazard Pictogram(s) |     |
| Hazard Statement(s) | 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. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
| Precautionary Statement(s) | P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
| RTECS | SA3320000 |
| Storage class | 3 Flammable liquids |
| WGK | WGK 2 water endangering |
| Disposal | 1 Strongly contaminated halogen-free organic solvents: container A. |
| Safety Information | |
|---|---|
| Hazard Symbols |  Flammable Harmful Dangerous for the environment |
| Categories of danger | highly flammable, irritant, harmful, dangerous for the environment |
| R Phrase | R 11-38-65-67-50/53 Highly flammable.Irritating to skin.Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| S Phrase | S 9-16-29-33-60-61-62 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Do not empty into drains.Take precautionary measures against static discharges.This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/ Safety data sheets.If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
| Storage and Shipping Information | |
|---|---|
| Storage | Store at +5°C to +30°C. |
| Transport Information | |
|---|---|
| Declaration (railroad and road) ADR, RID | UN 1262 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by air) IATA-DGR | UN 1262 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by sea) IMDG-Code | UN 1262 , 3, II, Marine Pollutant: P |
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