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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A colorless low volatility solvent. Paraldehyde is used as a solvent for [ | + | A colorless low volatility solvent. Paraldehyde is used as a solvent for [[fat|fats]], [[oil|oils]], [[wax|waxes]], [[gum|gums]], [[resin|resins]], [[leather|leather]], and cellulosic polymers. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 10:07, 10 May 2016
Description
A colorless low volatility solvent. Paraldehyde is used as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, gums, resins, Leather, and cellulosic polymers.
Synonyms and Related Terms
2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane; paracetaldehyde
Other Properties
Soluble in water. Miscible with most organic solvents and oils.
Aromatic odor; disagreeable taste
| Composition | C6H12O3 |
|---|---|
| CAS | 123-63-7 |
| Melting Point | 12 |
| Density | 0.9960 |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 132.16 |
| Refractive Index | 1.4049 |
| Boiling Point | 124 |
Hazards and Safety
Decomposes slowly when mixed with acids. Flammable. Toxic by ingestion.
Fisher Scientific: MSDS