Description

INTRON® cTane 2EHN

DESCRIPTION
INTRON® cTane 2EHN, 2-ethylhexyl nitrate, additive for diesel fuels to increase the cetane number.

APPLICATION
INTRON® cTane 2EHN increases the cetane number of diesel fuel by reducing the ignition time of the fuel. The dosage depends on the base cetane number of the fuel without additives and the required cetane number. Recommended dosage is from 150 to 2000 mg per kg of fuel.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state Liquid
Appearance Colorless or light yellow
Solubility Very soluble in hydrocarbons
Boiling temperature 194ºC (with decomposition)
Flash point 76ºC (in a closed container)
Auto-ignition point 215 ºC
Purity min 99%
Density 0.96 – 0.97 kg/dm3 @ 20ºC

STORAGE AND PACKAGING
Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a ventilated area. Storage temperature should not exceed 60 ºC. The product is supplied in bulk in a tank container or in metal barrels.

REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Class 9.0
Designation Flammable
Additional Notes Attention
UN identifier 3082
Shipping name INTRON® cTane 2EHN
Packing group III

SAFETY
Highly flammable liquid. Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin, causes skin irritation. Causes significant eye irritation, harmful if inhaled Causes significant respiratory irritation When heated above 100ºC, the product is capable of self-sustaining, progressive thermal decomposition.

Decomposition products may include toxic or irritating fumes.

Decomposition products may include oxides of nitrogen and carbon, which may result in long-term adverse changes in the aquatic environment. Like any chemical, INTRON® cTane 2EHN must be handled with care. Anyone responsible for purchasing, using or disposing of this product must familiarize themselves with and familiarize those who work and will work with this product with the appropriate precautions.