N-Pentane – Concise Technical Overview
1. Basic Properties
Boiling Point: 36℃ (97℃F)
Density: 0.626 g/cm³ (lighter than water)
Flash Point: -49℃ (-56℃F) → Highly Flammable
2. Key Applications
Foam Blowing Agent: For EPS (expanded polystyrene) insulation.
Solvent: In labs, adhesives, and electronics cleaning.
Fuel Component: Gasoline additive (octane booster).
Chemical Feedstock: Produces pentenes, synthetic rubber.
3. Commercial Forms
Industrial Grade (>=95%): Foams, fuels.
HPLC Grade (>=99%): Labs, pharmaceuticals.
Drums (200L), ISO tanks (24,000L), or bulk shipments.
4. Safety & Handling
Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid, UN1265).
Storage: Cool, ventilated, away from oxidizers.
PPE: Gloves, goggles, explosion-proof equipment.
5. Environmental Note
Low toxicity but high VOC emissions → regulated in coatings.
GWP: ~5 (negligible climate impact vs. HFCs).
Essential for lightweight insulation and clean solvents. Global demand ~800,000 MT/year.
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