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Safety (MSDS) data for undecane

General

    Synonyms: hendecane, n-undecane
    Molecular formula: C11H24
    CAS No: 1120-21-4
    EC No: 214-300-6

Physical data

Appearance: colourless liquid
Melting point: -26 C
Boiling point: 196 C
Vapour density: 5.4
Vapour pressure: <0.4 mm Hg at 20 C
Specific gravity: 0.74
Flash point: 60 C
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:

Stability

Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with bases, oxidizing agents, reducing agents.

Toxicology

Eye, skin and respiratory irritant. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion or skin absorption.

Risk phrases
(The meaning of any risk phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
R36 R37 R38

Personal protection

Safety glasses. Adequate ventilation.

Safety phrases
(The meaning of any safety phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
S26 S36.

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