Heptane (HPLC), Fisher Chemical™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 142-82-5, 28729-52-4, 26635-64-3, 108-87-2
• Molecular Formula: C7H16
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 100.21
• MDL Number: MFCD00009544
• InChI Key: IMNFDUFMRHMDMM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: n-heptane, dipropylmethane, heptan, heptyl hydride, dipropyl methane, gettysolve-c, skellysolve c, heptanen, eptani, heptan polish
• PubChem CID: 8900
• ChEBI: CHEBI:43098
• IUPAC Name: heptane
• SMILES: CCCCCCC

• Melting Point: -91°C
• Absorbance: 0.014 AU max. at 254nm, 0.2 AU max. at 215nm, 0.75 AU max. at 200nm
• Color: Colorless
• Density: 0.683g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 98°C
• Quantity: 4 L
• Flash Point: −4°C (25°F)
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Safe-Cote™ Amber Glass 
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3845 to 1.3865 (at 25°C)
• Assay Percent Range: 96% min by GC
• Residue after Evaporation: 5ppm max.
• Linear Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₅CH₃
• Vapor Pressure: 48mbar at 20°C
• Viscosity: 0.4 mPa/s at 20°C
• UN Number: 1206
• Water: 0.02% max.
• Formula Weight: 100.2
• Percent Purity: ≥96%
• Grade: Mobile phase for HPLC applications
• Chemical Name or Material: Heptane

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	DANGER!
Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. NFPA Health:1 Flammability:3 Instability:0
DOTInformation	DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

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