Diethyl Ether 99%, AR
Short Description
Diethyl Ether 99% AR is a high-purity, analytical-grade organic solvent supplied by AfriFusion (Pty) Ltd for laboratory research and professional industrial applications. It presents as a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic sweet, ether-like odor.
This compound is classified as an extremely flammable liquid and vapor (Category 1), harmful if swallowed, and may form explosive peroxides over time. Inhalation can cause central nervous system depression, leading to drowsiness or dizziness, while repeated exposure may result in skin dryness or cracking. Strict precautions are required during handling—keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents, and utilize full protective equipment (PPE) including eye protection, gloves, and appropriate flame/vapor respiratory controls.
Diethyl Ether 99%, AR
Short Description
Diethyl Ether 99% AR is a high-purity, analytical-grade organic solvent supplied by AfriFusion (Pty) Ltd for laboratory research and professional industrial applications. It presents as a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic sweet, ether-like odor.
This compound is classified as an extremely flammable liquid and vapor (Category 1), harmful if swallowed, and may form explosive peroxides over time. Inhalation can cause central nervous system depression, leading to drowsiness or dizziness, while repeated exposure may result in skin dryness or cracking. Strict precautions are required during handling—keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents, and utilize full protective equipment (PPE) including eye protection, gloves, and appropriate flame/vapor respiratory controls.
Product Details
Diethyl Ether 99% AR is a high-purity, analytical-grade organic solvent supplied by AfriFusion (Pty) Ltd for laboratory research, chemical synthesis, and professional industrial testing. Characterized by its appearance as a clear, colorless liquid with a sweet, distinct odor, it is widely utilized for extractions, reactions, and analytical procedures requiring low-boiling solvents.
Classified as an extremely flammable liquid and vapor (Category 1), Diethyl Ether poses significant physical and health hazards. It is harmful if swallowed and can act as a central nervous system depressant, causing drowsiness, dizziness, cough, or respiratory discomfort upon exposure. Additionally, prolonging storage or air exposure can form explosive peroxides (EUH019), and repeated contact may cause skin dryness or cracking (EUH066). The product is stabilized with BHT (1 ppm) to mitigate peroxide development under recommended conditions.
When handling this chemical, strict safety and fire precautions are required. Keep all containers tightly sealed in a cool, well-ventilated space, strictly isolated from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces, strong acids, and oxidizing agents. Personnel must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including face shields or safety glasses, protective gloves, anti-static clothing, and proper organic vapor respiratory protection to prevent skin contact and vapor inhalation. Spills should be contained, ventilated immediately, and collected using non-sparking equipment for safe disposal in accordance with local environmental regulations.
Applications & Uses
• Laboratory Extraction Solvent: Widely used as an organic extraction solvent in chemical synthesis, liquid-liquid extractions, and compound isolation due to its low boiling point and high volatility.
• Analytical Chemistry: Applied as an analytical-grade reaction medium and solvent in chromatography, crystallization processes, and routine laboratory testing.
• Chemical Synthesis & Reagent: Essential solvent for specialized organic reactions, including Grignard reagent preparations and organometallic synthesis.
• Industrial & Professional Uses: Utilized across industrial laboratories for quality control, pharmaceutical research, and standard chemical processing requiring high-purity solvents.
Industry
Laboratory chemicals, Industrial & for professional use only
