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Acetal
Acetal is a volatile organic compound used as a solvent and chemical intermediate in industrial processes. It is a colorless liquid with a sharp, pungent odor. CAS: 105-57-7, molecular formula: CH3CH(OC2H5)2, molecular weight: 118.17 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Acetal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Acetal is a volatile organic compound used as a solvent and chemical intermediate in industrial processes. It is a colorless liquid with a sharp, pungent odor. CAS: 105-57-7, molecular formula: CH3CH(OC2H5)2, molecular weight: 118.17 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Acetal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.378 - 1.386 |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Acid Value | ≤1.0mg.KOH/g |
| Content | ≥ 95.0% |
| Relative density | 0.822 - 0.831 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -21 C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 105-57-7 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH(OC2H5)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 118.17 |
| SMILES | CCOC(C)OCC |
| EC / UN Number | 1088 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2911005000 |
| Tariff Code | 2911000000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P230 Keep wetted
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetal used for?
Acetal is commonly used as a solvent in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the protection of aldehydes and ketones.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Acetal?
The formula is CH3CH(OC2H5)2 and the molecular weight is 118.17 g/mol.
How should Acetal be stored?
Acetal should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of Acetal does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Acetal in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply Acetal in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Acetal in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of Acetal?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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