Molekula
Petroleum ether 35-60
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Petroleum ether 35-60 is a low-boiling hydrocarbon solvent blend used primarily for extracting non-polar compounds in laboratories, such as lipids, waxes, and essential oils, as well as for cleaning and degreasing applications. It consists of aliphatic hydrocarbons with a boiling range of 35–60°C and is highly volatile. This product has a CAS number of 64742-49-0, requires ambient storage, and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its flammability and potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Petroleum ether 35-60 from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Example image for illustration only. Other packaging and pack sizes are available.
Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
Need a different quantity or pack?
Tell us how much you need and when — drums, IBCs, sacks or a one-off bulk lot. We'll manufacture or source it and come back with a price.
Prices exclude VAT/sales tax and shipping.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear and colourless liquid |
| Water | ≤0.01% |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Evaporation | ≤2ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -22 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036660 |
| CAS Number | 64742-49-0 |
| Molecular Formula | N/A |
| Molecular Weight | N/A |
| UN Number | UN1268 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 27101225 |
Safety & GHS
-
Flammable
GHS02
-
Health Hazard
GHS07
-
Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
-
Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H340 May cause genetic defects
- H350 May cause cancer
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Petroleum Ether 35-60 commonly used for?
Petroleum Ether 35-60 is primarily used as a non-polar solvent for extraction, cleaning, and as a diluent in laboratories and industrial applications.
What is the storage recommendation for Petroleum Ether 35-60?
Store Petroleum Ether 35-60 at ambient temperature in a well-ventilated area, away from ignition sources.
What safety classification does Petroleum Ether 35-60 have?
Petroleum Ether 35-60 is classified with the signal word **Danger** due to its flammability and potential health hazards.
Can Molekula supply Petroleum Ether 35-60 in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Petroleum Ether 35-60 in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of Petroleum Ether 35-60?
Each order includes a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) detailing purity and compliance.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
Tell us the product, grade, and quantity — Molekula usually responds within one working day with pricing and lead time.