Diethyl ether, 2.5 l, glass

This 2.5 L glass container holds Diethyl ether, a solvent classified under the category of Solvents for Synthesis. Its CAS Number is 60-29-7. It belongs to the substance group Ethers and has a Molecular Weight of 74.12 g/mol. In the workplace, it requires several precautions such as no open flames, no smoking, and the use of safety goggles and gloves. The recommended indicative occupational exposure limit values for the European Union are 8 hours limit value: 308 mg/m3 (100 ppm), and short term limit value: 616 mg/m3 (200 ppm).

• CAS Number: 60-29-7
• Molecular Formula: C4H10O
• Molecular Weight: 74.12
• Exact Mass: 74.073164938
• Boiling Point: 94.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -177.3 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 2.6 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]