CAS : 141-52-6
UN# : UN2924
MDL : MFCD00012417
Hazard Class : 3
EINECS : 205-487-5
Packing Group : II
Other name :
Sodium ethylate
Chemical Properties
Formula : C2H5NaO
Formula weight : 68.05
Flash point : 20°(68°F)
Density : 0.868
Refractive Index : 1.3875
Sensitivity : Moisture Sensitive. Air Sensitive. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Liquid
Solubility : Miscible with alcohol.
Applications
Sodium ethoxide, 21% w/w in ethanol is used as a strong base in organic synthesis. It finds application in various chemical reactions such as condensation, esterification, alkoxylation and etherifcation. It is actively involved in Claisen condensation, Stobbe reaction and Wolf-kishner reduction. It is an important starting material for the synthesis of ethyl ester and diethyl ester of malonic acid. In Williamson ether synthesis, it reacts with ethyl bromide to form diethyl ether.
Grade Specifications
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements : H225-H314Highly flammable liquid and vapour.Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary Statements : P210-P241-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P405-P501aKeep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Other References :
Beilstein : 3593646Merck : 14,8613
UN# : UN2924
| Pakage | 100ml, 2500ml, 500ml |
|---|---|
| brand | Alfa Aesar |
