Diethyl ether is considered a good organic extracting solvent because it has a low polarity, according to the university of albertas organic web chem. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty. This gps safety summary s a highi level summary intended to provide the general public with an overview of product safety information on this chemical substance. In the case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. Sigmaaldrich offers a number of diethyl ether products. Ethyl ether in surface water will be subject to rapid volatilization with estimated halflives of 3. State diethyl etherd10 is not present on state lists from ca, pa, mn, ma, fl, or nj. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Gps safety summary diethyl ether 17 august 2015 page 1 of 5 global product strategy gps safety summary. Do not store cartridges in high or freezing temperatures. Material safety data sheet diisopropyl ether extrapure section 1 chemical product and company identification msds name. When utilizing extraction solvents for liquidliquid extraction, two solvents must be used. Sigmaaldrich offers a variety of diethyl ether solvents to meet your research needs. It is considered one of the most dangerous fire hazards commonly used in the lab due to its volatility and extremely low ignition temperature.
State diethyl ether d10 is not present on state lists from ca, pa, mn, ma, fl, or nj. Diethyl ether is highly volatile and extremely flammable as a liquid or vapor. It is an important solvent in the production of cellulose acetate and other cellulosebased polymers. If medical advice is needed, have product container or. Ethyl ether can be an anesthetic, but you should be aware of diethyl ether hazards. Conditions to avoid avoid contact with heat and ignition sources. Skin contact wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Diethyl ether revision 1 revision date 0804 2015 16.
California prop 65 california no significant risk level. It is a volatile, colorless liquid with a sweet odor. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. The most significant hazard associated with dimethyl ether is inhalation of vapors. Sds of diethyl ether, safety data sheets, cas 60297. Nitrosyl perchlorate ignites and explodes with diethyl ether.
Material balances design project manufacture of diethyl ether diethyl ether dee is a colorless, highly volatile, flammable liquid with a characteristic odor. Diethyl ether 400 1210 500 1520 twa time weighted average. Disclaimer the sds samples above are collected from the internet by chemblink and displayed here for the tutorial purpose only. It was formerly used as a general anesthetic, until nonflammable drugs were developed. Anhydrous dry diethyl ether has a formula of ch3ch2och2ch3. Diethyl ether c 4 h 10 o is a flammable, volatile, and colorless liquid with a sweet taste and characteristic odor. Diethyl ether was produced by ethanol with concentration of 95%. Other uses for dee are as a starter fluid for diesel and gasoline engines, and as a. Cas number, unna number, dot hazard label, uscg chris code.
Material balances design project manufacture of diethyl ether. A mixture of liquid air and diethyl ether exploded spontaneously, mca case history. If seeking medical attention provide sds document to physician. Diethyl ether, or simply ether, is an organic compound in the ether class with the formula c 2 h 5 2 o, sometimes abbreviated as et 2 o see pseudoelement symbols. The average airborne concentration over a 15 minute period which should not be exceeded at any time during a.
Diethyl ether diethyl ether, or ch3ch2och2ch3, is a great solvent for many things, but is extremely flammable. Identification of the substancemixture and of the company undertaking. Classification according to regulation ec no 12722008. Global product strategy gps safety summary diethyl ether. Diethyl ether vapors hug the ground, and in dry air explosive peroxides can form.
Symptoms of such overexposure to dimethyl ether can produce anesthetic effects sleepiness, loss of coordination, fatigue, as well as headaches, dizziness, nausea, and unconsciousness. Diethyl ether dee as a renewable diesel fuel created date. Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev. Diethyl ether msds material safety data sheet or sds, coa and coq, dossiers, brochures and other available documents.
Diethyl ether production process with various catalyst type. Hazardous decomposition products carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke section 11. Page 1 of 2 diethyl ether university of michiganflint. Professional chemists will be well appraised of the hazards presented in using ether, but the layperson is less likely to be aware of these dangers. Read all cautionary information on cylinder and use only in accordance with directions. Diethyl ether cas no 60297 material safety data sheet. Incompatible materials this product should be stored away from sources of strong heat or oxidizing chemicals. It will not be expected to hydrolyze in water or soil. Material safety data sheet diisopropyl ether extrapure. Wear protective equipment during handling, as applicable. It is a colorless, highly volatile flammable liquid.
This fact sheet is a summary source of information of all potential and most. Diethyl ether material safety data sheet cas no 60297. This research use fixed bed reactor that 1 gram of catalyst as bed. It is commonly used as a solvent in laboratories and as a starting fluid for some engines. May explode when brought in contact with anhydrous nitric acid. Section 7 handling and storage safe handling procedures. Ether, ethyl ether, ethyl oxide, diethyl oxide, ethyl ether inhibited intended use of the product solvent, chemical intermediate, starting fluid name, address, and telephone of the responsible party company osmium, llc 16300 ne 19th ave, ste 2 north miami beach, fl 33162 3059470108 manufacturer. Quick start ether cylinder msds catalog service llc.
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether certified revision date 17jan2018 eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Overexposure to dimethyl ether may cause the following health effects. Using peroxide test strips, check for peroxides upon opening a can of ether that is over a year old and every six months thereafter. It can be synthesized by the condensation of ethanol and dried over molecular sieves. The average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal eighthour working day, for a fiveday week.
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