Description
Cyclopentane for Refrigerants – High-Purity Cycloalkane
Overview:
Cyclopentane (环戊烷, C5H10, CAS 287-92-3) is a colorless, transparent, and highly flammable cycloalkane with a molecular weight of 70.13. With a boiling point of 49.2 °C and a flash point of -37 °C, it is widely used as a foaming agent and solvent in refrigeration, insulation, and polymer industries.
Physical Properties:
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Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid
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Density: 0.75 g/cm³
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Melting Point: -94.14 °C | Boiling Point: 49.2 °C
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Refractive Index: 1.4068
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Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, acetone
Applications:
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Refrigerants & Insulation: Replaces Freon in refrigerators, freezers, and rigid PU foam foaming agents.
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Polymer Solvent: Ideal for solution polymerization of polyisoprene rubber and cellulose ether.
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Chemical Intermediates: Used in synthesis of cyclopentanol, cyclopentanone, and as a hydrate-forming accelerator.
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Analytical Standard: Serves as a reference material in chromatographic analysis.
Safety & Handling:
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Highly flammable (R11) and harmful to aquatic life (R52/53).
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Keep containers in well-ventilated areas (S9), away from ignition sources (S16).
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Avoid environmental release (S61) and static discharge (S33).
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Emergency measures include evacuation, absorption of spills with inert materials, and use of foam, dry powder, CO2, or sand for fire control.
Transport & Classification:
Why Choose Our Cyclopentane:
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High purity, consistent quality, and reliable supply in ISO tanks and drums.
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Optimized for industrial refrigeration, PU foam, and chemical synthesis applications.