Density0.816 (15.5 c)
Auto/Self Ignition Temperaturetemp. 362 c
Surface Tension21.99 dynescm
Relative density0.790 - 0.793 (BP/EP)
Identification BConforms to IR Spectra (USP, BP/EP)
Identification AIt complies with the test for Specific Gravity (USP)
AppearanceColorless, clear, volatile, flammablie liquid, hygroscopic (BP/EP)
Identification CAn intense blue color appears on the paper and becomes paler after 10 - 15 minutes (BP/EP)
AcidityThe solution is pink (30 ppm, expressed as acetic acid) (USP, BP/EP)
Identification DA yellow precipitate is formed within 30 minutes (BP/EP)
Specific gravity<= 0.7962 (15.56C) (USP, BP/EP)
Specific gravity0.794 - 0.797(JP)
AcidityNo color develops/ A light red color develops upon addition of NaOH (JP)
Assay>= 99.5% (USP, BP/EP, JP)
Proof>= 199.0 proof (USP, BP/EP)
Identification AIt complies with the test for Relative Density (BP/EP)
Odorvolatile liq., vinous odor, pungent taste
Vapor Pressure44.6 mm hg (20 c)
Refractive Index1.365 (15 c)
Molecular weight46.08
Colorcolorless limpid
Flash Point(cc) 12.7 c
Boiling Point78.3 c