Heptane is a colorless, flammable liquid used primarily as a solvent and in chemical analysis.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a solvent in the production of paints, coatings, and adhesives.
- Laboratory Use: Applied as a solvent in chemical reactions and in chromatography.
- Fuel Industry: Used in the formulation of gasoline.
- Industrial Applications: Used in cleaning and degreasing processes.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
Colorless liquid |
| Odor |
Mild, petroleum-like odor |
| Molecular Formula |
C7H16 |
| Molecular Weight |
100.2 g/mol |
| Boiling Point |
98.4 °C |
| Density |
0.684 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Insoluble in water, miscible with organic solvents |
| Flash Point |
-4 °C |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, but highly flammable and should be stored away from heat and sparks |