Diethyl Ether
- CAS Number
- 60-29-7
- HSN Code
- 29091100
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1767
- Purity
- 99.5%
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Diethyl ether is an ether in which the oxygen atom is linked to two ethyl groups. It has a role as an inhalation anaesthetic, a non-polar solvent and a refrigerant.
Also known as Ethyl ether, Diethyl oxide.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1767
- CAS Number
- 60-29-7
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29091100
- Grade
- HPLC & Spectroscopy
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -116.3 °C (stable crystals); -123.3 °C (metastable crystals); Boiling point: 34.6 °C at 760 mm Hg; 17.9 °C at 400 mm Hg; 2.2 °C at 200 mm Hg; Flash point: -45 °C; Density: 0.7134 at 20 °C/4 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless, volatile, mobile liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap, 1 Lt glass bottle with tin cap, 2.5 Lt glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Store at 15-25 oC. Store at 15-25°C, in a cool and dark place.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Diethyl Ether
- Catalogue No.
- AL1767
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 60-29-7
- EC Number
- 200-467-2
- Grade
- HPLC & Spectroscopy
- EC Index Number
- 603-019-00-2
- Chemical Formula
- C4H10O
- HSN Code
- 29091100
- Synonyms
- Ethyl ether, Diethyl oxide
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Solvent for chromatography and spectroscopy
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 1; Acute Tox. 4; STOT SE 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 3283 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- Precautionary statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P319, P330, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Forms explosive peroxides upon prolonged storage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Diethyl Ether
- CAS No.
- 60-29-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Dizziness, headache, nausea, respiratory irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from heat and open flames.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from oxidants and other incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Ventilation along the floor.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Sweetish, pungent odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -116.3 °C (stable crystals); -123.3 °C (metastable crystals)
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 34.6 °C at 760 mm Hg; 17.9 °C at 400 mm Hg; 2.2 °C at 200 mm Hg
- Flash point
- -45 °C
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 356 °F (180 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 538 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 2.55 (Air = 1.0)
- Density
- 0.7134 at 20 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Miscible with water, ethanol, and ether
- Log Pow
- log Kow= 0.89
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Forms explosive peroxides upon prolonged exposure to air
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- 1.2 - 48% (v/v) in air
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- It is slowly oxidized by action of air, moisture, and light, with formation of peroxides.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- The substance can form explosive peroxides under the influence of light and air. Reacts violently with halogens, interhalogens, sulfur compounds and oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Mouse iv 996 mg/kg bw; LD50 Mouse ip 2420 mg/kg bw; LC50 Mouse inhalation 186 mg/L/90 min
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1155
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1155
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1155
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1155
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1155
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Diethyl Ether
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Diethyl Ether
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Diethyl Ether
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Diethyl Ether
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Diethyl Ether
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a chromatographic extraction solvent in pesticide-residue and environmental analysis.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL02201
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 99.5% min | 99.7% |
| Density | 0.714 g/mL | 0.712 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 34.6 °C | 34.5 °C |
| Moisture Content | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.01% | <0.005% |
| Related Substances | <0.1% | <0.05% |
The above product is expected to comply with HPLC & Spectroscopy grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPLC & Spectroscopy | 99.5% | m.p. -116.3 °C (stable crystals); -123.3 °C (metastable crystals); b.p. 34.6 °C at 760 mm Hg; 17.9 °C at 400 mm Hg; 2.2 °C at 200 mm Hg | <0.1% | <0.01% | <0.1% | Miscible with water |
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