Isoprene, short for isoterpene, is a common synonym for the chemical compound methyl-1,3-butadiene. It is commonly used in industry, is an important biological material.
Data SheetMolecular Properties | |
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Chemical Name | 2-Meghy1-1,3-Butadiene |
Molecular Formula | C5H8 |
Molecular Weight | 68.12 |
Typical Properties | |
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S. Ignition Point | 220.0 C |
Explosive Limits(V/V) | 1.5-9.7% |
Boiling Point | 34.1 C |
Melting Point | -147.7 C |
Specific Gravity | 0.6806 |
Flash Point | -53.89 C |
Specifications | ||
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Grade | Polymeric Grade | Chemical Grade |
Piperylene,% | <=0.008 | -- |
Sulfur Content,% | <=0.0005 | -- |
Appearance | Colorless and clear liquid | Colorless and clear liquid |
DMF, % | <=0.001 | -- |
Total Alkins, % | <=0.005 | -- |
Alkanes & Mono-olefins, % | <=surplus | -- |
Cyclopentadiene, % | <=0.0001 | -- |
Isoprene, % | >= 99.3 | >= 98.0 |
Isoprene Dipolymer, % | <= 0.2 | -- |
Color(Pt-Co) | <= 30 | <= 100 |
Water,% | <=0.02 | <=0.03 |
Carbonyl Compounds, % | <0.01 | -- |
Isoprene is a very important C5 diolefine, it is mainly used in synthetic rubber, plastic and other synthetic materials. Also can be used to produce perfume, pesticide, medicine and other fine chemicals, for example, pyrethroid, Linalool, Isophytol and Vitamin E.
In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)
To be transported as first class dangerous articles, bulk deliveries of tank car.
Store in place with low temperature and good air circulation. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and fire.