ethane
Also known as: Bimethyl, C2H6, Dimethyl, EINECS 200-814-8, ETHANE, Ethane >=99.95% (GC), Ethane Messer(R) CANGas, 99.95%, Ethane,high purity, Ethyl hydride, MFCD00009023, R170, ethane,refrigeratedliquid, ethylhydride
ethane (CAS 74-84-0) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H6 and a molecular weight of 30.069 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −172 °C(lit.), a boiling point of -88.8±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -129.5±6.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 74-84-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-18216-8
- Molecular Formula
- C2H6
- Molecular Weight
- 30.069 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −172 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | -88.8±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -129.5±6.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 30.046949 |
| LogP | 1.82 |
| Additional Property | 1.05 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 28534.0±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.294 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2901100000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2901100000 saturated acyclic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of ethane?
The CAS number of ethane is 74-84-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of ethane?
ethane has molecular formula C2H6 and molecular weight 30.069 g/mol.
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