Kerosene (#1 Fuel Oil)
Kerosene (#1 Fuel Oil) : Flash point generally between 100 and 150 degrees F. Explosive limits of 0. 7% to 5. 0%. Kerosene consists mostly of C9 through C17 hydrocarbons. In order to be identified as kerosene, a sample extract must exhibit a homologous series five consecutive normal alkanes between C9 and C17. Kerosene is the most common 'incidental' accelerant, as it is used in numerous household products ranging from charcoal lighter fluid to lamp oil to paint thinner to insecticide carriers. It is also used as jet fuel. K-1 kerosene has a low sulfur content required for use in portable space heaters
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