n-Hexane, HPLC Grade, 95% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

as a solvent to extract edible oils from seed and vegetable crops. Commercial grades of hexane are used as solvents for glues, varnishes, and inks, cleaning agent (degreaser) in the printing industry, liquid in low temperature thermometers. other uses are as Fuels and fuel additives, Intermediates and Laboratory chemicals.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar 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: °C to 95°C
• Density: 0.659
• Boiling Point: 69°C
• Quantity: 1 L
• Flash Point: -23°C (-9°F)
• Physical Form: Liquid, Distilled in Glass
• Refractive Index: 1.375
• Assay Percent Range: 95% min
• Beilstein: 1730733
• Solubility Information: Very soluble in ethanol,ethyl ether and chloroform.
• Formula Weight: 86.18
• Grade: HPLC
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Hexane

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• n-Hexane, HPLC Grade

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

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

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.
• H361f-Suspected of damaging fertility.
• H373-May cause damage to organs.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

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

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : hexane

RUO – Research Use Only