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tert-Butyl ethyl ether

tert-Butyl ethyl ether chemical structure
CAS Number637-92-3
FormulaC2H5OC(CH3)3
Mol. Weight102.17 g/mol

What is tert-Butyl ethyl ether?

tert-Butyl ethyl ether is a chemical compound with CAS number 637-92-3 and molecular formula C2H5OC(CH3)3. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

tert-Butyl ethyl ether has been used as gasoline oxygenate and its biodegradation by propane-oxidizing bacteria has been studied1.

Specifications

Linear Formula

C2H5OC(CH3)3

Molecular Weight

102.17 g/mol

Assay/Purity

≥97.0% (GC)

Boiling Point

72-73 °C(lit.)

Density

0.742 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS02GHS02
GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H225-H336

Precautionary Statements

P210-P261

Required PPE

Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

Melting Point

−97 °C(lit.)

EC Number

211-309-7

WGK Germany

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