Nitroethane

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  • Molecular formula: C2H5NO2
  • Appearance: colourless oily liquid with a fruity odor
  • Melting point:
  • Boiling point: 114 °C
  • Vapour density: 2.6 (air = 1)
  • Vapour pressure: 15.6 mmHg (2.1 kPa) at 20 °C
  • Density (g cm-3): 1.05
  • Flash point: 31 °C (closed cup)
  • Explosion limits:
  • Autoignition temperature:
  • Water solubility: slight

Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Typical TLV/TWA 100 ppm. Typical STEL 150 ppm.