| Identification | |
| Name: | Acetaldehyde |
| Synonyms: | Ethanal; Ethyl aldehyde |
| CAS: | 75-07-0 |
| EINECS: | 200-836-8 |
| Molecular Formula: | C2H4O |
| Molecular Weight: | 44.05 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/C2H4O/c1-2-3/h2H,1H3 |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Transport: | UN 1089 |
| Density: | 0.788 |
| Stability: | Stable, but air sensitive. Substances to be avoided include strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, reducing agents, alkalies, halogens, halogen oxides. Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures explosive over a very wide concentration range. May form peroxides in storage. |
| Refractive index: | 1.331-1.333 |
| Solubility: | > 500 g/L (20 oC) in water |
| Appearance: | clear, colorless liquid |
| Specification: | Colourless clear liquid usageEng:Acetaldehyde is used as intermediate for syntheses of bulk chemicals, e.g. ethyl acetate, acetic acid, acetic anhydride, isooctylalcohol, pentaerythrite, pyridines, etc. For specific dyes, e.g. C.I. 46040 Basic Yellow 9. Product Data Sheet Safety Statements:36/37-33-16-26 36/37:Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves 33:Take precautionary measures against static discharges 16:Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking 26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice |
| Packinggroup: | I |
| HS Code: | 29121200 |
| Color: | Volatile liquid or gas Colorless liquid or gas (above 69 degrees F) |
| Usage: | Acetaldehyde is used as intermediate for syntheses of bulk chemicals, e.g. ethyl acetate, acetic acid, acetic anhydride, isooctylalcohol, pentaerythrite, pyridines, etc. For specific dyes, e.g. C.I. 46040 Basic Yellow 9. Product Data Sheet |
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