Ethylene / C₂H₄

Ethylene

Gas Identification

Other denomination
Ethene
CAS Registry Number
74-85-1
SCBA type
A

Chemical properties

Molecular formula
C₂H₄
Molecular mass
28,1 g/mol

Physical properties

Boiling point
-103,9 °C
Autoignition temperature
490 °C
Gas/Vapour density
0,98
IP
10,51 eV

Flammability limit

LFL
2,7 % v/v
UFL
36 % v/v

Threshold limit value

TLV-TWA
-
TLV-STEL
-

Ethylene : Description and use

Description

The simplest alkene, ethylene is an unsaturated hydrocarbon. It can also be called R1150.
It is a colourless and volatile gas with a sweet odour. Its density is close to that of air with which it forms explosive mixtures. At over 425°C, it catches fire and burns with a clear flame. Heat generated by combustion: 47,200kJ/kg.

Flammability: Ethylene is a highly flammable gas.
Explosiveness: This product can form explosive mixtures with air.

USE
  • Synthesising several polymers and plastic materials
  • Accelerating the ripening of fruit
  • Regulating the growth of plants
  • Welding and cutting metals
  • As a refrigerant

Ethylene : Warnings and caution

GHS hazard statements

H220 - Extremely flammable gas.
H350 - May cause cancer.
H340 - May cause genetic defects.
H331 - Toxic if inhaled.
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 - May cause respiratory irritation.
H315 - Causes skin irritation.

GHS precautionary statements

P210 - Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking.
P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P261 - Avoid breathing gas.
P377 - Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 - Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place.

SGH02 : Inflammable
SGH04 : Gaz sous pression
SGH07 : Toxique, irritant, sensibilisant, narcotique

Ethylene : Related products

Aucun produit disponible n'est actuellement lié à la détection de ce gaz.