Decane

Although 75 structural isomers are possible for decane, the term usually refers to the normal-decane ("n-decane"), with the formula CH3(CH2)8CH3.

Decane is present in small quantities (less than 1%) in gasoline (petrol) and kerosene.

[6][7] Like other alkanes, it is a nonpolar solvent, and does not dissolve in water, and is readily combustible.

Although it is a component of fuels, it is of little importance as a chemical feedstock, unlike a handful of other alkanes.

In the presence of sufficient oxygen, it burns to form water and carbon dioxide.

Skeletal formula of decane
Skeletal formula of decane with all implicit carbons shown, and all explicit hydrogens added
Ball-and-stick model of the decane molecule
NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 1: Exposure would cause irritation but only minor residual injury. E.g. turpentine Flammability 2: Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur. Flash point between 38 and 93 °C (100 and 200 °F). E.g. diesel fuel Instability 0: Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water. E.g. liquid nitrogen Special hazards (white): no code