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Molecular Formula: C7H16
Molecular Weight: 100.2
Linear Structural Formula: CH3(CH2)5CH3
MDL Number: MFCD00009544
Purity: 99%
Melting Point: -91 C (lit.)
Density: 0.684 g/mL at 25 C (lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.387 (lit.)
Application: Greener alternatives to Hexane.
Legal Information: ReagentPlus is a registered trademark of Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC
Other Notes: Pure-Pac(R) II containers require the Micromatic MacroValve coupler for dispensing solvents, Z560723.
Assay: 99%
Autoignition Temp.: 433°F
BP: 98°C(lit.)
Density: 0.684 g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
Expl. Lim.: 7 %
Grade: ReagentPlus®
MP: −91°C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.387(lit.)
Vapor Density: 3.5 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure: 83 mmHg ( 37.7°C)