Petroleum Ether, Optima™ for HPLC and GC, Fisher Chemical™

Description

High purity solvent for GC and pesticide residue analysis

• Tested by GC-ECD to ensure minimum halogenated residue levels (≤10 ng/L) to demonstrate suitability for pesticide analysis
• Also meets ACS specifications
• Intended for research use only

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• MDL Number: MFCD00081849

• CAS: 8032-32-4
• Color: Colorless
• Acidity: Pass Test
• Boiling Point: 38°C
• Quantity: 4 L
• Flash Point: −17.8°C / 0°F
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Safe-Cote™ Amber Glass 
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3560 to 1.3660 (at 25°C)
• Residue after Evaporation: 1ppm max.
• UN Number: 1268
• Water: 0.01% max.
• Synonym: p-tolylmagnesium bromide, magnesium, bromo 4-methylphenyl, 4-methylphenylmagnesium bromide, bromo 4-methylphenyl magnesium, 4-tolylmagnesium bromide, 4-toluylmagnesium bromide, p-tolyl-magnesium bromide, 4-tolyl magnesium bromide, 4-methylphenylmagnesiumbromide, p-methylphenylmagnesium bromide
• Grade: High purity extraction solvent for GC applications
• Chemical Name or Material: Petroleum Ether

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause heritable genetic damage. May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation may cause central nervous system effects. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. 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. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. 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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