N-Heptane

N-Heptane is a straight-chain alkane hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C₇H₁₆. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a faint odor, commonly found in petroleum. n-Heptane is one of the components of gasoline and is often used as a solvent in various industrial applications.
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  • ▎Physical Properties

    Colorless liquid with a faint, gasoline-like odor.
    Boiling point: 98.4°C (209.1°F); Melting point: -90.6°C (-131.1°F).
    Density: 0.684 g/cm³ at 25°C.
    It is immiscible in water but soluble in most organic solvents.

     

    ▎Chemical Properties

    N-Heptane is a stable, non-polar compound with low reactivity.

    It can undergo halogenation reactions, especially with chlorine in the presence of UV light. It is used as a reference substance for determining the octane rating of fuels.
     

     

    ▎Common Uses

    Solvent: Used in the formulation of paints, coatings, adhesives, and cleaning products.

    Octane Rating Testing: n-Heptane is often used in automotive and fuel industries to determine the octane rating of gasoline.

    Chemical Synthesis: It serves as a solvent in various chemical reactions and processes.

    Petroleum Industry: n-Heptane is a component of gasoline and is present in natural gas and crude oil.

     

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