ETHYL ETHER- ▸ Extraction solvent: Recovers fats, oils, waxes, alkaloids, and resins.
- ▸ Reaction medium: Solvent for organic synthesis and Grignard-type chemistry.
- ▸ Nitrocellulose and gums: Dissolves nitrocellulose, raw rubber, and gums.
- ▸ Engine starting fluid: Volatile component of cold-start formulations.
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Diethyl ether (CAS 60-29-7) is a highly volatile, low-boiling ether used as a laboratory and industrial solvent and extraction medium. It dissolves fats, oils, waxes, resins, gums, nitrocellulose, and alkaloids and serves as a reaction solvent across organic synthesis. It is also blended into cold-weather engine starting fluids.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ether the same as acetone?
No. Ether USP is diethyl ether (CAS 60-29-7, C4H10O), an ether-class solvent; acetone is a ketone (C3H6O). They differ in structure, boiling point, and solvency profile, though both are used as industrial solvents. Diethyl ether is notably more volatile and lower-boiling.
What is diethyl ether (Ether USP) used for?
It is a highly volatile extraction and reaction solvent that dissolves fats, oils, waxes, resins, gums, nitrocellulose, and alkaloids. It serves as a reaction medium in organic synthesis (including Grignard chemistry) and as a volatile component of cold-weather engine starting fluids.
What does the USP designation mean for this ether?
USP indicates the material is tested to United States Pharmacopeia monograph specifications for diethyl ether. RawSource supplies the grade with a CoA documenting conformance; confirm the monograph version required for your application.
How is diethyl ether shipped, and what is its UN number?
Diethyl ether ships under UN 1155 as a highly flammable liquid; it is volatile and low-boiling, so transport and storage follow the SDS classification. RawSource supplies it in bulk with SDS and CoA. Review the SDS for full handling and DOT details.
What is the cost of bulk diethyl ether (Ether USP)?
Bulk pricing depends on grade, packaging, and volume. Submit a bulk RFQ with your USP specification and quantity for a current quote; we do not list spot prices.