Isoctane, 99%

Name: Isoctane, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001915

About Isoctane, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Isoctane in Extra Pure grade, a laboratory solvent registered under CAS number 540-84-1, specified at 99% purity. Its molecular formula is C8H18 and its molecular weight is 114.23 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2,2,4-trimethylpentane. It is also known as Is-ooctane or TMP.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.692 g cm3. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for reaction medium, extraction and work-up, cleaning and rinsing and fuels and lubricants. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 203 L packs, Isoctane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Reaction medium
Extraction & work-up
Cleaning & rinsing
Fuels & lubricants

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Isoctane, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001915
CAS Number	540-84-1
IUPAC name	2,2,4-trimethylpentane
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₈
Molecular weight	114.23 g/mol
Exact mass	114.1409
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29011000
InChIKey	NHTMVDHEPJAVLT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)CC(C)(C)C
PubChem CID	10907

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.692 g cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	3.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1262
Synonyms	Is-ooctane, TMP, Isooctane, Pentane, 2,2,4-trimethyl-, Isobutyltrimethylethane, 4-01-00-00439 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 2,2,4trimethylpentane, 2,4,4Trimethylpentane, Pentane, 2,2,4trimethyl, 2,2,4-trimethylpentane (tmp), Trimethylpentane, Isobutyltrimethylmethane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315Causes skin irritation
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P319, P321, P331, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P391, P403 + P233, P403 + P235

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 540-84-1

AR / GC

Isooctane, AR, for GC >99.5%

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-045916

AR / Dry

Isooctane, AR, specially dried 99.5%

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-045535

GC

Isooctane, for GC

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-046995

HPLC

Isooctane, for HPLC 99.5%+

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-001734

HPLC / Spectroscopy

Isooctane, for HPLC, for spectroscopy 99.5%

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-045548

Pesticide Residue

Isooctane, for pesticide residue analysis 99.8%

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-045560

Spectroscopy

Isooctane, for spectroscopy

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-045959

AR

Isooctane, GR 99.5%+

CAS: 540-84-1
Formula: C₈H₁₈
MW: 114.23 g/mol

VQ-001802

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Isoctane, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Isoctane, 99% is 540-84-1. It is also known as Is-ooctane, TMP, Isooctane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isoctane, 99%?

Isoctane, 99% has the molecular formula C8H18 and a molecular weight of 114.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,2,4-trimethylpentane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Isoctane, 99% can I order?

We supply Isoctane, 99% in Extra Pure (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 203 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Isoctane, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Isoctane, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Isoctane, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Isoctane, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1262), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.