Product code: RXSOL-60-6604-444
DIETHYL ETHER AR STABILISED
When combined with ethanol, ethyl ether finds use as a solvent for cellulose nitrate in gunpowder manufacture and pyroxylin plastics. Ethyl ether also finds use in pharmaceuticals as a solvent for drugs, and also because of the toxicity of the vapors, can be used as an insecticide and fumigant.
Application
Diethyl ether (CAS 60-29-7) is a component of starting fluids and is used as a solvent in the manufacture of synthetic dyes and plastics.
Dosage
Ethers represent a class of materials which can become more dangerous with prolonged storage because they tend to form explosive peroxides with age. Exposure to light and air enhance the formation of the peroxides.