A clear, colorless liquid with a mild hydrocarbon odor that is insoluble in water.
Structure:
Synonyms:
n-Heptane, Commercial Heptane
CAS#:
142-82-5
Formula:
C7H16
Family:
Aliphatic Hydrocarbon
Package Sizes
- Bulk
- Tote
- Drum
- Pail
- 1-gallon
Regulatory Status:
non-HAPS, 100% VOC per SCAQMD
non-HAPS, 100% VOC per SCAQMD
Primary Applications:
Heptane comprises about 1% of all gasoline. A fuel that is pure Heptane has a zero Octane rating while a fuel that is pure IsoOctane has an Octane rating of 100. Heptane is also used heavily in extraction, particularly in Pharmaceutical extraction.
Industry Uses:
At the level of chemical distribution, Heptane is a versatile solvent. It is used in:
- Cleaning
- Degreasing
- Paint
- Coatings
- Lacquer Diluent
- Aerosol Propellants
- Adhesive Removers
- Extractions
- Aerospace products
Safety Precautions:
Heptane is a highly flammable solvent. It must be handled with the proper Personal Protective Equipment. Please refer to the SDS for any questions or concerns.
Heptane is a highly flammable solvent. It must be handled with the proper Personal Protective Equipment. Please refer to the SDS for any questions or concerns.
Technical Documents:
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