PARALDEHYDE

PARALDEHYDE For Synthesis

2,4,6-Trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane

Article No.

5127D

Grade

For Synthesis

Purity

98%

CAS No.

123-63-7

Molecular Formula

C₆H₁₂O₃

Molecular Weight

132.16

H.S. Code

2912.5000

Shelf Life

24 Months

MSDS

Certificate of Analysis (COAs)

Physical Properties

Physical state at 20 °C

Liquid

Colour

Clear Colorless

Odour

Aromatic odor

Melting point/ Freezing point [°C]

12 °C

Auto-ignition temperature [°C]

238°C

Flammability (solid, gas)

Flammable

Flash point [°C]

36°C

Boiling point [°C]

124°C

Vapour pressure [20°C]

25.3 mm of Hg (@ 20°C)

Vapour pressure mm/Hg

25.3 mm of Hg (@ 20°C)

Vapour density

4.5

Density [g/cm3]

0.996

Solubility in water [% weight]

Partially soluble in cold water

Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C

0.50 - 0.95

Explosion limits - upper [%]

17%

Explosion limits -lower [%]

1.30%

Packings

500 ml (00500)
2500 ml (02500)
25 Liters (0025K)
200 Liters (0200K)

Specifications

Appearance	A clear colorless to pale yellow colored liquid
Assay	Min 98%
Density (d20°C/4°C)	0.992 - 0.994

Safety Information and Hazard Symbols

Symbol: GHS02
Signal Word: Warning
UN No.: 1264
IMCO Class No.: 3
Packing Group: III
Hazardous Statement: H226
Precaution Statement: P210

Revision Date : 19-Oct-2020

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