N-Heptane

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N-Heptane

CAS Number: 142‑82‑5

Synonyms: n‑Heptane; Normal heptane; Dipropylmethane

Chemical Formula:C₇H₁₆

Molecular Weight:100.20 g/mol

Product Introduction

A colorless, non-polar, highly volatile liquid with a mild gasoline odor. n‑Heptane is used as a reference fuel in octane rating (0 number), non-polar solvent in labs and industry, ink production, and automotive testing.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Mild gasoline-like
Density @ 20 °C ~0.683–0.69 g/cm³
Melting Point ~–90.6 to –91 °C
Boiling Point ~98.4 °C
Flash Point (CC) ~–4 °C
Vapor Pressure @ 20 °C ~35–46 mm Hg (40 mm Hg)
Refractive Index (n₂₀ᴅ) ~1.387–1.389
Solubility in Water <0.01 g/100 mL
Vapor Density ~3 × air
Explosion Limits ~1.1–6.7%
Viscosity @ 20 °C ~0.389 mPa·s

Applications

  • Reference fuel for octane rating (0)
  • Non-polar solvent:inks, adhesives, cleaning, chromatography
  • Industrial use:automotive starter fluids, paraffinic solvents
  • Safety Notes:Highly flammable (flash ‑4 °C, UN 1206). Vapors may cause dizziness, CNS depression, dermatitis, pneumonitis. OSHA TWA 400 ppm; use PPE in ventilated area. GHS H225.
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