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2-Ethylhexyl nitrate
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2-Ethylhexyl nitrate is a chemical compound primarily used as a cetane improver in diesel fuel. It has the molecular formula CH3(CH2)3CH(C2H5)CH2ONO2 and a molecular weight of 175.2255. Identified by CAS number 27247-96-7, it requires ambient storage and carries a warning signal word. Molekula supplies 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | did not pen |
| Density | 0.960 to 0.970 max |
| Flash Point | >76 Deg C |
| Water | <0.045% |
| Viscosity | 1.70mm2/s - 1.80mm2/s |
| pH | <3 |
| Colour | 0.5 |
| Assay | > 99 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 76 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapour Pressure | 0.03 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 62823 (Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89985774 |
| CAS Number | 27247-96-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-ethylhexyl nitrate |
| EC Number | 248-363-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)3CH(C2H5)CH2ONO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 175.2255 |
| Exact Mass | 175.1208 |
| SMILES | CCCCC(CC)CO[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | NKRVGWFEFKCZAP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H17NO3/c1-3-5-6-8(4-2)7-12-9(10)11/h8H,3-7H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 62823 |
| UN Number | UN3082 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2920.90.5150 |
| Tariff Code | 2920907090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- EUH044 Risk of explosion if heated under confinement
- EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P307+311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Ethyl-1-hexyl nitrate
- Ethylhexyl nitrate
- HITEC 4348
- MIAKRON 2000
- NITRIC ACID, 2-ETHYLHEXYL ESTER
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate used for?
2-Ethylhexyl nitrate is primarily used as a cetane improver additive in diesel fuels to enhance combustion efficiency.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The chemical formula is CH3(CH2)3CH(C2H5)CH2ONO2 and the molecular weight is 175.2255 g/mol.
How should 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate be stored?
This product should be stored at ambient temperatures.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate in bulk quantities to meet your specific industrial requirements.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
What is the CAS number for 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate?
The CAS number for this chemical is 27247-96-7.
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