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About Bio-diesel - the technical stuff

This page gives basic technical information about the form of bio-fuel that we no longer make.
Bio-power now makes MWVF (Modified Waste Vegetable Fat) which is created by a different process.

Common name:             Bio-diesel (or simply biodiesel) or Ester of Glycerol

Chemical name :            Fatty Acid Methyl Ester

Chemical Formula:         C14 - C24 Methyl Ester       C19 H36 O2

Chemical Family :          CAS No 67784-80-9

Boiling point :                > 400 deg F

Flash Point :                   321 deg F PMCC

Vapour pressure :          < 5mm Hg @ 72 deg F

Solubility in water :         Not soluable

Apperance :                  light to dark yellow, clear liquid with a light musty odour

Fire Hazard :                 Treat as an oil fire,
                                     Use water spray, dry chemical, foam or Carbon dioxide.

Reactivity :                    Stable, but avoid strong oxidizing agents

Emergency First Aid proceedures :
                       Ingestion :  Rinse with water, contact a doctor if necessary
                       Eyes :        Rinse with water, contact a doctor if necessary
                       Skin :        Wash with soap and water. May cause irritation to very sensitive skins

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