1,3-Dioxolane
1,3-Dioxolane
1,3-Dioxolane :
- 1,3-Dioxacyclopentane; 1,3-Dioxolan; Dilhydr-1,3-Dioxole; Dioxacyclopentane; Formal Glycol; Dioxolan;
- CAS Number : 646-06-0
- Molecular Formula : C3H6O2
- Molecular Weight : 74.08
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Appearance | Clear Colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4005 |
| Flash point | 180°C |
Explosive mixture with air
| Upper Limit | 20.5% (vol) |
| Lower Limit | 2.1% (vol) |
| Boiling Point | 75.6°C |
| Freezing Point/Melting Point | 95°C |
| Viscosity@25°C | 1.2cps |
| Surface tension at 25°C | 36 dynes/cm |
| Vapour Density(Air=1) | 3.03 |
Applications Of 1,3-Dioxolane
- In polymerization process as a chain length regulator and chain transfer agent
- Textile Industry as a swelling or as a finishing agent
- Textile Industry as a swelling or as a finishing agent
- A Stabilizer for halogenated solvents
Advantages of 1,3-Dioxolane :
- Excellent Stability
- A versatile replacement solvent
- Excellent stability in acidic or alkaline medium
- Excellent water removal property from organic molecules
Packing:
200/210 KG in MS drums of 900mm height and 18 kg weight with a nitrogen padding over the surface. 18 kg weight with a nitrogen padding over the surface. BHT is added as a stabilizer to prevent peroxide formation. We also supply material in ISO tanks. Special packing of 1 litre glass bottles is available upon request.
Specification:
| Assay by GLC | 99.90% |
| Distillation Range | 74°C-76°C |
| Peroxide Content | 50PPM |
| Moisture Content (By karl Fischer) | 100PPM |
| Acidity | 50PPM |
| Density@20°C | 1.052-1.060 |
ULTRA HIGH PURE GRADE
| Characteristic | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Description | Clear Colourless Liquid, free from extraneous matter. |
| Purity by GC, % | Min. 99.98% |
| Methanol by GC | Max. 100 ppm |
| Methylal by GC | Max. 100 ppm |
| Moisture Content (by KF) | Max. 500 ppm |
| Formaldehyde | Max. 100 ppm |
| Peroxide (H2O2) content | Max. 50 ppm |
| Acidity (as Acetic Acid ) | Max. 50 ppm |
| Suspended solids | No |
| Inhibitor | Max. 75 ppm |
| Sodium (Na) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Magnesium (Mg) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Aluminium (Al) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Potassium (K) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Calcium (Ca) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Chromium (Cr) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Manganese (Mn) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Iron (Fe) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Nickel (Ni) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Copper (Cu) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
| Zinc (ZN) Content | Max. 10 ppb |
Shipping Regulation :
| H.S Code | 29329900 |
| IMCO CLASS | 3.2 |
| UN No. | UN 1165 |
| Packing Group | Class II |
