| Formula / Notation | C4H10O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 60-29-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 74.12 |
| Melting Point | -177.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 94.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.714 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Diethyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an anesthetic odor. Flash point -49 °F. Less dense than water and slightly soluble in water. Hence floats on water. Vapors are heavier than a... |
| Also Known As | ethoxyethane; ether; Ethyl ether; Ethoxyethane; 60-29-7; Ethyl oxide; Pronarcol; Diethyl oxide; Aether; Anesthetic ether |
| Category | Solvents |
What is Diethyl ether?
Diethyl ether is an ether in which the oxygen atom is linked to two ethyl groups. It has a role as an inhalation anaesthetic, a non-polar solvent and a refrigerant. It is a volatile organic compound and an ether.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: ethoxyethane
Other Names / Synonyms: ethoxyethane; ether; Ethyl ether; Ethoxyethane; 60-29-7; Ethyl oxide; Pronarcol; Diethyl oxide; Aether; Anesthetic ether
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -177.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 94.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.714 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 74.12 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Diethyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an anesthetic odor. Flash point -49 °F. Less dense than water and slightly soluble in water. Hence floats on water. Vapors are heavier than a... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Diethyl ether is an ether in which the oxygen atom is linked to two ethyl groups. It has a role as an inhalation anaesthetic, a non-polar solvent and a refrigerant. It is a volatile organic compound and an ether.
Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.
Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Diethyl ether is: C4H10O