Petroleum Product | Flashpoint (°F) | Flashpoint (°C) | Autoignition Temperature (°F) | Autoignition Temperature (°C) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Gasoline | -40°F | -40°C | 477°F | 247°C |
Diesel fuel | 126°F | 52°C | 410°F | 210°C |
Jet fuel | 100°F | 38°C | 410°F | 210°C |
Heating oil | 126°F | 52°C | 428°F | 220°C |
Propane | -155°F | -104°C | 878°F | 470°C |
Butane | -76°F | -60°C | 689°F | 365°C |
Lubricating oils | Varies | Varies | Above 572°F | Above 300°C |
Asphalt | 450°F | 232°C | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Kerosene | 100°F | 38°C | 428°F | 220°C |
Petrochemicals | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Note that the values for the flashpoint and autoignition temperature of petroleum products can vary slightly depending on the specific composition of the product and the testing method used. These values are meant to serve as general guidelines only, and specific product safety information should always be consulted when handling or working with petroleum products.
Chemical | Flash Point | Boiling Point | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
° F | °C | °F | °C | |
Propane | -157 | -105 | -44 | -42 |
Pentane | -57 | -49 | 97 | 36 |
Ethyl ether | -49 | -45 | 95 | 35 |
Acetaldehyde | -38 | -39 | 69 | 21 |
Dimethyl sulfide | -36 | -38 | 99 | 37 |
Carbon disulfide | -22 | -30 | 115 | 46 |
Ethylene oxide | -20 | -29 | 55 | 13 |
n-Hexane | -7 | -22 | 156 | 69 |
Acetone | -4 | -20 | 56 | 133 |
Cyclohexane | -4 | -20 | 179 | 81 |
Tetrahydrofuran | 6 | -14 | 153 | 67 |
Benzene | 12 | -11 | 176 | 80 |
Triethylamine | 20 | -7 | 193 | 89 |
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) | 25 | -4 | 176 | 80 |
Toluene | 40 | 4 | 231 | 111 |
Methyl alcohol | 52 | 11 | 149 | 65 |
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) | 53 | 12 | 180 | 82 |
Ethyl alcohol | 55 | 13 | 173 | 78 |
Pyridine | 68 | 20 | 239–241 | 116 |
2-Nitropropane | 75 | 24 | 248 | 120 |
Tert butyl isocyanate | 80 | 27 | 185–187 | 85–86 |
Chlorobenzene | 82 | 28 | 270 | 132 |
Epichlorohydrin | 88 | 31 | 239–243 | 115–117 |
Xylene | 81–90 | 27–32 | 280–291 | 138–144 |
Morpholine | 100 | 38 | 263 | 128 |
Acetic acid, glacial | 103 | 39 | 244 | 48 |
Bromobenzene | 118 | 48 | 307–316 | 153–158 |
Formic acid | 122 | 50 | 213 | 101 |
Methyl lactate | 135 | 57 | 291 | 144 |
Stoddard solvent | 100–140 | 38–60 | 300–400 | 150–200 |
Iso-propyl lactate | 140 | 60 | 315 | 157 |
Ethyl lactate | 142 | 61 | 307 | 153 |
Benzaldehyde | 145 | 63 | 352 | 178 |
Cyclohexanol | 154 | 68 | 322 | 161 |
Tetrahydronaphthalene | 160 | 71 | 406 | 208 |
Iso-butyl lactate | 169 | 76 | 360 | 182 |
Methacrylic acid | 170 | 77 | 316 | 158 |
Butyl lactate | 174 | 79 | 369 | 187 |
Nitrobenzene | 190 | 88 | 412 | 211 |
n-Methyl pyrrolidone | 199 | 93 | 396 | 202 |
Benzyl alcohol | 213 | 101 | 401 | 205 |
Caproic acid | 215 | 102 | 400 | 204 |
Ethylene glycol | 232 | 111 | 388 | 198 |
3-Ethyllhexyl lactate | 235 | 113 | 475 | 246 |
Phenyl ether | 239 | 115 | 498 | 258 |
Stearic acid | 385 | 196 | 726 | 386 |
Flash point is an important parameter used to assess the fire hazard of various solvents, as it indicates the temperature at which the solvent can ignite when exposed to a source of ignition. Solvents with low flash points are considered to be more hazardous as they have a higher risk of igniting and causing fires or explosions.
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Different solvents have different flash points, which can be influenced by factors such as the composition of the solvent and the testing method used. Common solvents used in industrial and laboratory settings, such as acetone, ethanol, and toluene, have relatively low flash points and must be handled with care to prevent accidents.
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It is important to always consult the specific safety information and guidelines for each solvent to ensure safe handling and storage practices are followed. Proper ventilation, use of protective equipment, and adherence to safety protocols are essential to minimize the risks associated with working with solvents.
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