Sasol C1012 Normal Paraffin

Sasol Chemicals C1012 Normal Paraffin is a high purity, linear, saturated paraffin mixture primarily in the C10-C12 carbon range. It is a water-white, oily liquid with a low viscosity and low odor. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Decane, Dodecane

End Uses: Agrochemicals, Lubricants

Features: Low Viscosity

Physical Form: Liquid

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Properties

Physical Form
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Hydrocarbon-like
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total n-paraffin Contentmin. 96wt. %GC/UV
Total C9 & lower Contentmax. 1wt. %GC/UV
Total C10 + C11 Contentmin. 45wt. %GC/UV
Total C12 Contentmin. 10wt. %GC/UV
Total C13 Contentmax. 15wt. %GC/UV
Total C14 & higher Contentmax. 1.5wt. %GC/UV
Distillation Range - IBP183–189 (361–372)°C (°F)ASTM D-86
Distillation Range - EP220–227 (428–440)°C (°F)ASTM D-86
Vapor Pressure at 20°C (68°F)max. 1API, Calc
Viscosity at 40°C (104°F)1.2–1.3cStASTM D-445
Density at 20°C (68°F)6.2lb/galASTM D-4052
Pour Point-27 (-17)°C (°F)ASTM D-97
Freeze Point-28 (-18)°C (°F)ASTM D-2386
Flash Point63 (145)°C (°F)ASTM D-93
Colormin. 25ASTM D-156
Bromine Numbermax. 0.2ASTM D-1159
Aromatics Contentmax. 1%UV

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Safe handling advice

Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

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Ambient

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Ambient