Product Description
DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA is a highly volatile, flammable, and colorless liquid with a sweet characteristic taste and a pungent ether-like smell. It is primarily used as a solvent in chemical reactions, extractions, and pharmaceutical applications. Its molecular formula is C4H10O with a molecular weight of 74.12 g/mol and a purity of 99.50%. This industrial and laboratory-grade solvent is slightly soluble in water and miscible with ethanol, acetone, and other organic solvents. With a melting point of -116.3C and a density of 0.7134 g/cm3, it should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and open flames. DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA has a shelf life of 1 to 2 years under proper storage conditions.
FAQs of DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA:
Q: What are the primary applications of DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA?
A: DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA is primarily used as a solvent for fats, waxes, and oils, employed historically in anesthesia, and used in organic synthesis.
Q: What are the safety precautions for handling DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA?
A: DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA is flammable, poisonous, and harmful if inhaled or ingested. It should be stored in a cool, dry place away from heat and open flames.
Q: What is the shelf life of DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA?
A: DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA has a shelf life of 1 to 2 years under proper storage conditions.
Q: Is DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA compatible with water?
A: DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA is slightly soluble in water and miscible with ethanol, acetone, and other organic solvents.
Q: What is the molecular formula of DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA?
A: The molecular formula of DIETHYL ETHER 99.50% PRA is C4H10O.