Description

Spirit Of Ether is a highly volatile organic solvent mixture, primarily composed of diethyl ether and ethanol, identified by CAS NO 8013-43-2. Its unique combination of volatility and solvent power makes it an indispensable reagent in various synthesis and extraction processes. This product is essential for laboratories and industrial facilities engaged in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical research, and analytical testing.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a reaction solvent and extraction medium in organic synthesis, particularly for Grignard reactions and other organometallic processes.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Employed in the extraction and purification of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and natural products.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a common solvent for chromatography, recrystallization, and as a starting fluid in specific analytical instruments.
• Industrial Cleaning: Applied as a precision cleaning agent for delicate components in electronics and optics due to its high volatility and low residue.
• Fuel & Starter Fluid: Historically used as a starting aid for diesel and gasoline engines in cold weather conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spirit Of Ether
CAS No.	8013-43-2
Molecular Formula	Mixture (Primarily C4H10O, C2H6O)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Ether Spirit; Solvent Ether; Aether Spiritus; Diethyl Ether Spirit; Ethyl Ether Spirit; Hoffmann's Drops; Sulfuric Ether Spirit; Anesthetic Ether Spirit
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Spirit Of Ether is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. While typically supplied as a technical or reagent grade, production can be aligned with specific purity requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as ether content, ethanol content, and non-volatile residue are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile and flammable nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize explosion risk. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Diethyl Ether)	Contact for details
Assay (Ethanol)	Contact for details
Non-Volatile Residue	< 0.01%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	< 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.715 - 0.725

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.