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n-Decane, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: 031209.36
500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals
n-Decane, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: 031209.36
500 g, Each
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS
124-18-5
IUPAC Name
decane
Molecular Formula
C10H22
InChI Key
DIOQZVSQGTUSAI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCC
Specifications
Specification SheetAppearance (Color)
Colorless [EU]
Form
Clear liquid [EU & US]
Assay (unspecified)
≤C-10 carbon: ≤0.5% [US]
Assay (GC)
≥99.0% [EU & US]
Refractive Index
1.4100-1.4130 @ 20?C [EU]
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.
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Safety and Handling
Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
Flammable liquids
Category 3
Aspiration Toxicity
Category 1
Label Elements
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Physical Hazards
H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor
EU Specific Hazard Statements
EUH066 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
Precautionary Statements
P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting
P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking