| Formula / Notation | C6H14O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 108-20-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 102.17 |
| Melting Point | -123 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 156 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.724 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 0.2 % (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Diisopropyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. Flash point -18 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. |
| Also Known As | 2-propan-2-yloxypropane; ISOPROPYL ETHER; 108-20-3; 2-Isopropoxypropane; Propane, 2,2'-oxybis-; Diisopropyl oxide; Ether, isopropyl; Bis(isopropyl) ether; Izopropylowy eter; Ether isopropylique |
| Category | Solvents |
What is Diisopropyl ether?
Diisopropyl ether (C6H14O) is a solvent that appears as Diisopropyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. Flash point -18 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air.. It has a molecular weight of 102.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-propan-2-yloxypropane. Boiling point: 156 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999). Melting point: -123 °F (USCG, 1999).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2-propan-2-yloxypropane
Other Names / Synonyms: 2-propan-2-yloxypropane; ISOPROPYL ETHER; 108-20-3; 2-Isopropoxypropane; Propane, 2,2'-oxybis-; Diisopropyl oxide; Ether, isopropyl; Bis(isopropyl) ether; Izopropylowy eter; Ether isopropylique
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -123 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 156 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.724 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 102.17 |
| Solubility | 0.2 % (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Diisopropyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. Flash point -18 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. |
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
Diisopropyl ether (C6H14O) is a solvent that appears as Diisopropyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. Flash point -18 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air.. It has a molecular weight of 102.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-propan-2-yloxypropane. Boiling point: 156 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999). Melting point: -123 °F (USCG, 1999).
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 Diisopropyl ether is: C6H14O