Sodium ethylate
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Product
Sodium ethylate
CAS
141-52-6
Formula
C2H5NaO
Synonym
Sodium ethylate; Caustic alcohol; Sodium ethoxide
Typical Product Specifications
Molecular weight
68.05
Density
0.868 g/mL at 25 °C
Stability
Reacts violently with acids, water. Incompatible with chlorinated solvents, moisture. Absorbs carbon dioxide from the air. Highly flammable.
Merck
14,8613
Refractive Index
1.386
Melting Point
260 °C
Boiling Point
91°C
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol and methanol.
BRN Number
3593646
Sensitive
Moisture Sensitive
Vapor Density
1.6
Water solubility
Miscible
Storage Temperature
Store at R.T.
Flash Point
48 °F
Vapor Pressure
<0.1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Atmospheric OH Rate Constant
6.17E-12 cm3/molecule-sec
log P (octanol-water)
-2.690
Form
Liquid
Color
Yellow to brown
Notes
Sodium ethylate uses and applications include: Catalyst for transesterification and isomerization of fats and oils (foods); condensation catalyst; ethoxylationacetoacetic ester synthesis reagent; organic synthesis
Suggested storage of Sodium ethylate: Hygroscopic; moisture-sensitive; keep tightly closed in a cool place; protect from light; handle and store under nitrogen
Class
Functions
Sodium ethylate
Product Description
Product
Sodium ethylate
CAS
141-52-6
Formula
C2H5NaO
Synonym
Sodium ethylate; Caustic alcohol; Sodium ethoxide
Typical Product Specifications
Molecular weight
68.05
Density
0.868 g/mL at 25 °C
Stability
Reacts violently with acids, water. Incompatible with chlorinated solvents, moisture. Absorbs carbon dioxide from the air. Highly flammable.
Merck
14,8613
Refractive Index
1.386
Melting Point
260 °C
Boiling Point
91°C
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol and methanol.
BRN Number
3593646
Sensitive
Moisture Sensitive
Vapor Density
1.6
Water solubility
Miscible
Storage Temperature
Store at R.T.
Flash Point
48 °F
Vapor Pressure
<0.1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Atmospheric OH Rate Constant
6.17E-12 cm3/molecule-sec
log P (octanol-water)
-2.690
Form
Liquid
Color
Yellow to brown
Notes
Sodium ethylate uses and applications include: Catalyst for transesterification and isomerization of fats and oils (foods); condensation catalyst; ethoxylationacetoacetic ester synthesis reagent; organic synthesis
Suggested storage of Sodium ethylate: Hygroscopic; moisture-sensitive; keep tightly closed in a cool place; protect from light; handle and store under nitrogen
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