CYCLOPENTANE|CAS 287-92-3
- CAS NO.: 287-92-3
- EINECS No.: 206-016-6
- Molecular Formula: C5H10
- Product Name: CYCLOPENTANE
- Molecular Weight: 70.13
- Synonyms: Cyclopentan; PENTAMETHYLENE; CYCLOPENTANE; cyclopentane B&J brand 4 L; CYCLOPENTANE, FOR UV-SPECTROSCOPY; CYCLOPENTANE, HPLC GRADE; CYCLOPENTANE, ANHYDROUS; CYCLOPENTANE OEKANAL
- Appearance: Colourless liquid
- Assay: 95%
- Melting Point: -94.4°C
- Boiling Point: 49.3°C
- Flash Point: -37°C
- Density: 0.751 g/mL at 25°C (lit.)
- Vapour Pressure: 45 (20°C)
- Refractive Index: n20 D1.4068 (lit.)
CYCLOPENTANE, CAS 287-92-3, is insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol, ether, benzene, carbon tetrachloride and acetone, etc. CYCLOPENTANE, CAS 287-92-3, can take place of freon, widely used as thermal insulation material in refrigerators and freezers. Besides, it is used as foaming agent in hard polyurethane foam. CYCLOPENTANE, CAS 287-92-3, can function as reagent for cellulose ether and the polymerization of polyisoprene rubber. It also enjoys application as contrast sample in gas chromatography. CYCLOPENTANE, CAS 287-92-3, is flammable, which would burn when in contact with fire, high temperature and oxidizing agents. It would release irritating smog when burnt. Therefore, CYCLOPENTANE, CAS 287-92-3, should be kept in cool, dry and ventilated warehouse, separated from oxidants.
