n-Hexane, 97%, Extra Dry over Molecular Sieve, AcroSeal™, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 110-54-3
• Molecular Formula: C6H14
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 86.18
• MDL Number: MFCD02179311
• InChI Key: VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: n-hexane, esani, skellysolve b, gettysolve-b, hexyl hydride, hexan, dipropyl, heksan, hexanen, hexanes
• PubChem CID: 8058
• ChEBI: CHEBI:29021
• IUPAC Name: hexane
• SMILES: CCCCCC

• Melting Point: -95.0°C
• CAS Min %: 96.0
• Color: Colorless
• CAS Max %: 100.0
• Density: 0.6590g/mL
• Boiling Point: 69.0°C
• Quantity: 1 L
• Flash Point: −22°C
• Packaging: AcroSeal™ Glass Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3748 to 1.3810
• Assay Percent Range: 97%
• Specific Gravity: 0.659
• Linear Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₄CH₃
• Viscosity: 0.31 mPa.s (20°C)
• Beilstein: 01, 142
• Water: 0.005% Max. (Coulometric)
• Merck Index: 15, 4732
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: insoluble. Other solubilities: soluble in alcohol, acetone, ether and chloroform
• Formula Weight: 86.18
• Percent Purity: 97%
• Grade: Extra Dry over Molecular Sieve
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Hexane, Over Molecular Sieves

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• n-Hexane

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Flammable liquid Category 2
• Aspiration toxicity Category 1
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
• Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
• Reproductive toxicity Category 2
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2

Hazard Statement

• H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
• H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
• H373-May cause damage to organs.
• H361f-Suspected of damaging fertility.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P260-Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P331-Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P273-Avoid release to the environment.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

RUO – Research Use Only