Amyl Nitrate
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CAS Number
1002-16-0
Chemical name
Amyl Nitrate
Molecular formula
C5H11NO3
Molecular weight
133.15 g/mol
Synonyms
n-Amyl nitrate; Nitrate D'amyle; NITRIC ACID, PENTYL ESTER; n-pentyl nitrate; Amylester kyseliny dusicne; DIESEL IGNITION IMPROVER; Nitrate d'amyle [French]; Amylester kyseliny dusicne [Czech]
InChIKey
HSNWZBCBUUSSQD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
PubChem CID
61250
Signal word
Warning
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Hazard statements
H226, H315, H319
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Handling and PPE reference fields are not available in the current MolGraph catalog record.
First aid and accidental release reference fields are not available in the current MolGraph catalog record.
Firefighting and stability reference fields are not available in the current MolGraph catalog record.
Appearance
Amyl nitrate appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ether-like odor. Flash point 118 °F. About the same density as water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Used as an additive for diesel fuels.
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Melting Point
-123.33–-123 °C
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Flash Point
48–51.67 °C
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Vapor Pressure
Estimated value, unit not specified
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XLogP
2.7
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Shipment review
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