PENTANE
PENTANE
Description
Description
Pentane is a straight chain hydrocarbon that is non-polar highly volatile, and flammable. Typically used as a laboratory solvent for
organic compounds. It has a very low boiling point and freezing point and is often used in liquid chromatography. Care should be used in handling this product due to its low boiling point, it's container can become pressurized and risk explosion. Store in a cool, dry place.
Applications
Applications
Pentane is used as a solvent in many nonpolar media. It is relatively inexpensive and used in the lab as an unreactive and easily evaporated solvent. It also finds wide use in liquid chromatography.
Safety and Handling
Safety and Handling
Highly flammable. Highly volatile. Containers may build up pressure over time. Ventilate safely and regularly. Use only in well ventilated areas with the proper personal protective equipment. Refer to the SDS sheet for further information.
Grade
Grade
Lab/tech
Product Sizes
Product Sizes
55 Gallons $1,300
Form | Colorless liquid |
Molar Mass | 72.151 g/mol |
Odor | Gasoline-like |
Density | 0.626 g/cm3 |
Melting Point | -130.5 to -129.1 °C -202.8 to -200.3 °F |
Boiling Point | 35.9 to 36.3 °C 95.6 to 97.3 °F |
Flash Point | -49 °C |
Solubility in water | 40 mg/L (20 °C) |
log P | 3.255 |
Acidity (pKa) | ~45 |
Viscosity | 0.240 mPa·s (20 °C) |