70892-11-4

Basic information

• Product Name: FUEL OIL NO. 5
• CAS NO: 70892-11-4
• Molecular Weight: 0
• Mol File: 70892-11-4.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Appearance: /
• CAS DataBase Reference: FUEL OIL NO. 5(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: FUEL OIL NO. 5(70892-11-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: FUEL OIL NO. 5(70892-11-4)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 70892-11-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

FUEL OIL NO. 5 is an oily dark liquid characterized by its strong lube oil odor. It is insoluble in water and typically has a density that is less than that of water.
Usage:
Used in Industrial Applications:
FUEL OIL NO. 5 is used as a lubricant for machinery and equipment in various industries due to its oily nature and ability to reduce friction between moving parts.
Used in Marine Applications:
In the marine industry, FUEL OIL NO. 5 is used as a fuel for ships and other watercraft, providing the necessary energy for propulsion and operation.
Used in Heating Applications:
FUEL OIL NO. 5 is also utilized as a heating source in industrial and commercial settings, where its high energy content helps maintain desired temperatures in large spaces.
Used in Power Generation:
This fuel oil is used in power generation plants, where it is burned to produce steam, which then drives turbines to generate electricity.
Used in Manufacturing Processes:
In the manufacturing sector, FUEL OIL NO. 5 serves as a component in the production of various industrial goods, including chemicals and other materials that require high heat or energy input.

Air & Water Reactions

Flammable. Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

FUEL OIL NO. 5 may be incompatible with strong oxidizing agents like nitric acid. Charring may occur followed by ignition of unreacted material and other nearby combustibles. In other settings, mostly unreactive. Not affected by aqueous solutions of acids, alkalis, most oxidizing agents, and most reducing agents. When heated sufficiently or when ignited in the presence of air, oxygen or strong oxidizing agents, burns exothermically to produce mostly carbon dioxide and water.

Health Hazard

INGESTION: gastrointestinal irritation. ASPIRATION: treatment probably not required; delayed development of pulmonary irritation can be detected by serial chest x-rays; consider prophylactic antibiotic regime if condition warrants. EYES: wash with copious quantity of water. SKIN: wipe off and wash with soap and water.