decane basic information
product name: decane
synonyms: decanenormal;n-c10h22;n-decane;n-decyl hydride;decyl hydride;decane;'lgc' (2033);alkane c10
cas: 124-18-5
mf: c10h22
mw: 142.28
einecs: 204-686-4
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mol file: 124-18-5.mol
decane chemical properties
mp -30 °c
bp 174 °c(lit.)
density 0.735
vapor density 4.9 (vs air)
vapor pressure 1 mm hg ( 16.5 °c)
refractive index n20/d 1.411(lit.)
fp 115 °f
storage temp. flammables area
water solubility insoluble
brn 1696981
stability: stable. incompatible with oxidizing agents. flammable.
cas database reference 124-18-5(cas database reference)
nist chemistry reference decane(124-18-5)
epa substance registry system decane(124-18-5)
safety information
hazard codes xn,n,f
risk statements 10-65-66-67-62-51/53-48/20-38-11
safety statements 62-23-16-61-36/37-33-29-9
ridadr un 2247 3/pg 3
wgk germany 3
rtecs hd6550000
hazardclass 3
packinggroup iii
hs code 29011090
hazardous substances data 124-18-5(hazardous substances data)
msds information
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decane usage and synthesis
chemical properties colourless liquid
usage internal standard in the gc analysis of oxalic, malonic, and succinic acids in biological materials.
general description a colorless liquid. flash point 115°f. less dense than water and insoluble in water. vapors heavier than air. in high concentrations its vapors may be narcotic. used as a solvent and to make other chemicals.
air & water reactions flammable. insoluble in water.
reactivity profile decane is incompatible with oxidizing agents.
health hazard contact with eyes may produce mild irritation. contact with skin may cause defatting, redness, scaling, and hair loss. ingestion may cause diarrhea, slight central nervous system depression, difficulty in breathing and fatigue. inhalation of high concentrations may cause rapid breathing, fatigue, headache, dizziness, and other cns effects.
fire hazard special hazards of combustion products: may produce toxic fumes, including carbon monoxide.
decane preparation products and raw materials
preparation products sebacic acid-->cyclooctapentylose
raw materials 1-bromopentane