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High Purity Lab Grade N-Pentane 99% - 1Gal, 5Gal, 55Gal
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High purity lab grade n-pentane, 99 %, CAS 109-66-0. A colourless liquid with a gasoline-like odour, molecular weight 72. 1 qt to 55 gal.
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Description
High Purity Lab Grade n-Pentane 99% is a hydrocarbon that has properties that are similar to butanes and hexanes. Pentane is a non-polar solvent and refrigerant. Pentane is used for the extraction and eluting of distillates, concentrates, volatiles, and essential oils from plant materials. Pentane can be used with hydrocarbon extraction systems that extract herbal oils, botanical compounds and oils from plants. It is a colorless liquid and has a petroleum-like odor.
Important Documents
N-Pentane SDSN-Pentane COA
n-Pentane Specifications
CAS Number
n-Pentane: 109-66-0
Isopentane: 78-78-4
DOT Definition
UN1265,PENTANES,3,PG I
Appearance
Colorless Liquid
Odor
Gasoline-Like Odor
Molecular Weight
72
Melting Point/Freezing Point
-202°F (-130°C)
Approximate Boiling Range
90-100°F (32-38°C)
Flash Point
-40°F (-40°C)
Flammability Limits in Air
Lower: 1.4 v%
Upper: 8.3 v%
Reid Vapor Pressure at 100°F
16.0 psia
Relative Vapor Density (Air=1.0)
2.5
Density at 60°F
0.63 kg/l
Solubility in Water
Negligible
Partition Coefficient
n-octanol/Water: 3.45
Auto-Ignition Temperature
588°F (308°C)
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number and classification?+
n-Pentane is CAS 109-66-0 (isopentane 78-78-4). The DOT definition given is UN1265, PENTANES, 3, PG I.
What does it look and smell like?+
A colourless liquid with a gasoline-like odour. Molecular weight 72.
What container sizes are available?+
1 quart, 1 gallon, 5 gallons and 55 gallons.
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