Sasol C12-C13 n-paraffin

C12-C13 n-paraffin is a clear colorless hydrocarbon liquid, flammable and odorless.

Chemical Name: Dodecane, Tridecane

Physical Form: Liquid

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Identification & Functionality

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Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Odorless
Appearance
Bright and Clear Colourless Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Aciditymax. 0.01mgKOH/gASTM D 3242
Bromine Indexmax. 10mgBr/100gSasol 3072
Color30.0SayboltASTM D 156
Sulphur Contentmax. 1mg/kgASTM D 5453
Density (at 20°C)0.753kg/lASTM D 4052
Flash Point (Closed Cup)80-90°CASTM D 93
C13 Content45-54mass %Sasol 5047
C12 Content45-54mass %Sasol 5047
Water Contentmax. 45ppmASTM E 1064
Carbon Distribution (C13 and Heavier)max. 3mass %Sasol 5047
Carbon Distribution (C12 and Lighter)max. 4mass %Sasol 5047
Aromatics (as naphthalenes)max. 0.1mass %ASTM D 1840
n-Paraffins Contentmin. 91.5mass %Sasol 5047

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

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C12-C13 n-Paraffins are available in bulk or in 210 liter drums.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
5 Years
Storage and Handling

Safe handling advice

Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.

Requirements for storage areas and containers

Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.

To obtain the best performance from the product, we recommend use within 5 years from sample date on the Certificate of Analysis. Product should be stored under standard warehousing conditions, at least in a clean dry place, in its original packing at a temperature not exceeding 35°C.

For detailed instructions, please refer SDS.