Isooctane, Optima™ for HPLC and GC, Fisher Chemical™

Description

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

• Screened for fluorescing and UV-absorbing contaminants to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
• Tested by GC-ECD 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

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 540-84-1
• Molecular Formula: C8H18
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 114.232
• InChI Key: NHTMVDHEPJAVLT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: isooctane, isobutyltrimethylmethane, pentane, 2,2,4-trimethyl, iso-octane, 2,4,4-trimethylpentane, unii-qab8f5669o, ch3 2chch2c ch3 3, 2, 2, 4-trimethylpentane, i-octane, isobutyltrimethylethane
• PubChem CID: 10907
• ChEBI: CHEBI:62805
• IUPAC Name: 2,2,4-trimethylpentane
• SMILES: CC(C)CC(C)(C)C

• Melting Point: -107°C
• Absorbance: 0.014 AU max. at 254nm, 0.1 AU max. at 225nm, 1.0 AU max. at 205nm
• Color: Colorless
• Density: 0.690g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 98°C
• Quantity: 1 L
• Flash Point: -12°C (10.4°F)
• Identification: Pass Test
• Odor: Petroleum distillates
• Packaging: Wide Neck Amber Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3885 to 1.3905 (at 25°C)
• Assay Percent Range: ≥99 %
• Residue after Evaporation: 4ppm max.
• Vapor Pressure: 51mbar at 20°C
• MDL Number: MFCD00008943
• Viscosity: 0.51 mPa/s at 22°C
• UN Number: 1262
• Water: 0.02% max.
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: insoluble
• Formula Weight: 114.23
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Grade: Also meets ACS specifications
• Chemical Name or Material: Isooctane

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 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. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. NFPA Health:1 Flammability:3 Instability:0
DOTInformation	DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid
Recommended Storage	Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Flammables area. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.