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3-Methylpentane, 99+%
Description
3-Methylpentane is used as a solvent in the preparation of vegetable oils, glues, coatings, and paints. It is also used in gasoline, rubber solvent, and petroleum ether.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
3-Methylpentane is used as a solvent in the preparation of vegetable oils, glues, coatings, and paints. It is also used in gasoline, rubber solvent, and petroleum ether.
Solubility
Soluble in water. 0.013 g/L at 20°C). Miscible in ether, acetone. Soluble in ethanol.
Notes
Store in a cool, dark and well-ventilated place. Store away from incompatible materials such as oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -118°C |
| Density | 0.663 |
| Boiling Point | 63°C to 65°C |
| Flash Point | −32°C (−26°F) |
| Odor | Petroleum-like |
| Refractive Index | 1.377 |
| Quantity | 500 mL |
| UN Number | UN1208 |
| Beilstein | 1730734 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. 0.013g/L at 20°C). Miscible in ether,acetone. Soluble in ethanol. |
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