3-Methylheptane

3-Methylheptane
Identifiers
CAS number 589-81-1 Y
PubChem 86182
ChemSpider 11035 Y
EC number 209-660-6
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Properties
Molecular formula C8H18
Molar mass 114.23 g.mol-1
Appearance Clear liquid
Density 0.705 g.cm-3
Melting point

-121 °C, 152 K, -186 °F

Boiling point

+119 °C, 392 K, 246 °F

Hazards
R-phrases R11, R38, R50/53, R65, R67
S-phrases S9, S16, S29, S33, S60, S61, S62
Main hazards Harmful (Xn), Highly flammable (F+), Dangerous for the environment (N)
Flash point 7.2 °C
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
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3-Methylheptane is a branched alkane isomeric to octane. Its structural formula is CH3CH2CH(CH3)CH2CH2CH2CH3. It has one stereocenter.

Its refractive index is 1.398 (20 °C, D).

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