[H27349] CAS 5614-37-9 | Cyclopentyl methyl ether, stab., 99.9+%

CAS : 5614-37-9
UN# : UN3271
MDL : MFCD08276401
Hazard Class : 3
Packing Group : II

Other name :

Methoxycyclopentane

Chemical Properties

Formula : C6H12O
Formula weight : 100.16
Melting Point : -140°
Boiling Point : 106°
Flash point : -1°(-30°F)
Density : 0.86
Refractive Index : 1.4210
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Form : Liquid
Solubility : Miscible with water, alcohols, ketones and hydrocarbons.

Applications

Cyclopentyl methyl ether is a hydrophobic ether solvent widely used in Grignard reaction, Friedel-Crafts reaction, Claisen condensation and Beckmann reaction. It plays an important role in extraction and polymerization reactions as well as in surface coatings. It is considered as a replacement for tetrahydrofuran, methyl tert-butyl ether, dioxane and other existing ether solvents due to its excellent properties like high boiling point and relative stability under acidic and basic conditions.

Grade Specifications

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H225-H302Highly flammable liquid and vapour.Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements : P210-P241-P280-P303+P361+P353-P403+P235-P501aKeep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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UN# : UN3271