Safety data for ethane
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Synonyms: bimethyl, dimethyl, ethyl hydride, methylmethane
Molecular formula: C2H6
CAS No: 74-84-0
EINECS No: 200-814-8
EC Index No 601-002-00-X
Physical data
Appearance: colourless gas
Melting point: -172 C
Boiling point: -89 C
Vapour density: 1.04 (air=1)
Vapour pressure: 37.4 bar(g) at 20 C
Density (g cm-3): 0.572 at -107 C
Flash point: -130 C
Explosion limits: 3% - 12.5%
Autoignition temperature: 510 C
Stability
Stable. Highly flammable.
Readily forms explosive mixtures with air. Incompatible with
strong oxidizing agents.
Toxicology
Asphyxiant. May be harmful if inhaled. Toxicology not
fully investigated.
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R12.
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UN No 1035. Hazard class 2.1. Transport category 2. Personal protection
Safety glasses. Ensure good ventilation. Remove sources of ignition from the
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S9 S16 S33.