Synonyms Of 1,4 Dioxane
Diethylene Dioxide; Diethylene Ether; 1,4-Dioxacyclohexane;Diethylene Oxide;Dioxyethylene Ether;Glycol Ethylene Ether
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CSA Number: |
123-91-1 |
Molecular Formula: |
C4H8O2 |
Molecular Weight: |
88.11 |
Physical & Chemical Properties
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Appearance |
Clear Colourless liquid |
Refractive index |
1.4221 |
Specific Heat@20c |
0.42 cal/g |
Explosive mixture with air
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Upper Limit |
22.5%(vol) |
Lower Limit |
1.97%(vol) |
Auto ignition temperature |
180°C |
Boiling Point |
101°C |
Freezing Point |
11°C |
Viscosity@25c |
1.2cps |
Surface tension at 25°C |
36 dynes/cm |
Vapour Density(Air=1) |
3.03 |
Applications Of 1,4 Dioxane
- Paints & Dyestuff Industries
- Chemical Industries
- Pharmaceuticals & Pesticides Industries
- Electronic Industries
- Nuclear Industry for measurement of soft β, emitted from C-14 & HTO
- Synthesis for semi-permeable membranes etc
Advantages Of 1,4 Dioxane
Excellent Stability
A versatile replacement solvent
Excellent stability in acidic or alkaline medium
Excellent water removal property from organic moecules
Packing
200/210 kg in MS drums of 900 mm height and 18 kg weight with a nitrogen padding over the surface. BHT is added as a stabilizer to prevent peroxide formation. We also suppply material in ISO tanks. Special packing of 1ltr glass bottles is available upon request.
Specification
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Assay by GLC |
99.90% |
Distillation Range |
100°C-150°C |
Peroxide Content 50PPM |
74c-76c |
Moisture Content (By karl Fischer) |
1000PPM |
Acidity |
100PM |
Density@20°C |
1.052-1.060 |