Diethyl EtherLehan Chemical Brokerage Services LLC is a leading distributor of Diethyl Ether in North America. Our experience in handling this material totals over 50 years. At this time we can only supply in bulk quantities and offer technical, refined, USP and Mil-Spec grades. See our Refined Diethyl Ether Specifications. Call (434)286-9101 or Email us for more information Product Specifications & CharacteristicsDiethyl Ether has a high cetane number of 85-96 and is used in starting fluid formulations for diesel and gasoline engines because of its’ high volatility and low autoignition temperature. For the same reason it is also used as a component in the fuel mixture for carbureted compression igniton model engines. Diethyl Ether, also known as ether, is the organic compound with the formula (C2H5)2O. It is a colorless and highly flammable liquid with a low boiling point and a characteristic odor. It is the most common member of a class of chemical compunds known generically as ethers. It is a common solvent and was once used as a general anesthetic. Diethyl Ether has a high cetane number of 85-96 and is used in starting fluid formulations for diesel and gasoline engines because of its’ high volatility and low autoignition temperature. For the same reason it is also used as a component in the fuel mixture for carbureted compression igniton model engines. Diethyl ether is prone to peroxide formation, and can form explosive diethyl ether peroxide. Ether peroxides are higher boiling and are contact explosives when dry. Diethyl ether is typically supplied with trace amounts of the antioxidant BHT (2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol), which reduces the formation of peroxides. Call (434)286-9101 or Email us for more information Denatured Ethyl AlcoholLehan Chemical Brokerage Services LLC is a distributor of Denatured Ethyl Alcohol. At this time we can only supply in bulk quantities. We offer many different denaturant formulas to meet the requirements of U.S. and Canadian agencies. To get a quote please call (434)286-9101 or Email us for more information Product Specifications & CharacteristicsOur Denatured Ethyl Alcohol is availabe in either 190 or 200 proof. We can offer a price delivered or FOB our Virginia facility. Rail siding is available for customers who can provide rail cars. Call (434)286-9101 or Email us for more information |
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