Ethyl Acetate, Optima™ for HPLC and GC, Thermo Scientific™

Description

High purity and versatile solvent suitable for HPLC, spectrophotometry, and pesticide residue analysis

• Screened for fluorescing and UV-absorbing contaminants to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
• Tested to ensure minimum halogenated residue levels (≤10 ng/L) to demonstrate suitability for pesticide analysis
• Also meets ACS specifications
• Intended for research use only

Specifications

• Melting Point: -83.5°C
• Absorbance: 0.015 AU max. at 270nm, 0.12 AU max. at 260nm, 1.00 AU max. at 255nm
• Color: Colorless
• Assay Percent Range: Assay: 99.9% min by GC
• Linear Formula: CH₃COOC₂H₅
• Formula Weight: 88.11
• Percent Purity: ≥99.9%
• Grade: High purity mobile phase for HPLC and/or extraction solvent for GC applications
• Density: 0.902g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 75°C
• Quantity: 4 L
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Amber Soda Lime Glass
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3680 to 1.3710 (at 25°C)
• Residue after Evaporation: 1ppm max.
• Titratable Acid: 0.0009mEq/g max.
• Vapor Pressure: 103mbar at 20°C
• Viscosity: 0.45 cP at 20°C
• Water: 0.02% max.
• Chemical Name or Material: Ethyl Acetate

Safety and Handling

DANGER!

Emergency Overview
Highly flammable. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause skin and respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Use explosion-proof equipment. Wear personal protective equipment. Do not breathe vapors or spray mist. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools.

NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:3
Instability:0

DOTInformation : DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

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