Petroleum Ether 60-80C is that fraction of petroleum that contains aliphatic hydrocarbons. ... When you buy Petroleum Ether 60C-80C AR Grade and LR Grade the advantage is their high boiling point which reduces fire hazards.

Application

Petroleum ether is mostly used by pharmaceutical companies and in the manufacturing process. It is also commonly used for recreational purposes as an inhalant drug. It is a lightweight hydrocarbon used chiefly as a nonpolar solvent.