Methyl tert-Butyl Ether (HPLC), Fisher Chemical™

Description

HPLC mobile phase for analytical and preparative separations

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1634-04-4
• Molecular Formula: C5H12O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 88.15
• MDL Number: MFCD00008812
• InChI Key: BZLVMXJERCGZMT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: tert-butyl methyl ether, methyl tert-butyl ether, mtbe, methyl t-butyl ether, t-butyl methyl ether, methyl tertiary-butyl ether, propane, 2-methoxy-2-methyl, methyl-tert-butyl ether, methyl-t-butyl ether, 2-methyl-2-methoxypropane
• PubChem CID: 15413
• ChEBI: CHEBI:27642
• IUPAC Name: 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane
• SMILES: CC(C)(C)OC

• Melting Point: -110°C
• Absorbance: 0.014 AU max. at 300 nm, 0.10 AU max. at 254 nm, 0.50 AU max. at 225 nm, 0.80 AU max. at 210 nm
• Color: Colorless
• Density: 0.740g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 54°C
• Quantity: 4 L
• Flash Point: −28°C
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Amber Glass Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3650 to 1.3670 (at 25°C)
• Assay Percent Range: 99% min by GC
• Residue after Evaporation: 10ppm max.
• Vapor Pressure: 268mbar at 20°C
• UN Number: 2398
• Water: 0.05% max.
• Formula Weight: 88.14
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Grade: Mobile phase for HPLC applications
• Chemical Name or Material: Methyl tert-Butyl Ether

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Do not induce vomiting. NFPA Health:2 Flammability:3 Instability:0
DOTInformation	Class 3: Flammable Liquid

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