petroleum ether
Also known as: Benzine (light petroleum distillate), EINECS 232-453-7, Ligroine, Ligroine Low boiling point naphtha, MFCD00081849, PE, PETROLEUM ETHER, Petrol puriss., bp 100-140 C, Petrol puriss., bp 90-100 C, PetroleuM Ether 60-90°, PetroleuM Ether, B.R. 35 DEG -60 DEG C, Reagent, ACS, Petroleum Ether, 30-75 C, Petroleum Ether, 35-60 C, Petroleum (distilled: cut of distillation 100-160 degrees C), Petroleum ether
petroleum ether (CAS 8032-32-4) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6 and a molecular weight of 78.112 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -40ºC, a boiling point of 78.8±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -11.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H304 and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 8032-32-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-13397-3
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6
- Molecular Weight
- 78.112 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -40ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 78.8±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -11.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 78.046951 |
| LogP | 2.22 |
| Additional Property | 2.5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 100.9±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.499 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H304
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2710129990 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of petroleum ether?
The CAS number of petroleum ether is 8032-32-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of petroleum ether?
petroleum ether has molecular formula C6H6 and molecular weight 78.112 g/mol.
Is petroleum ether hazardous?
petroleum ether has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H304; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
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