n-Hexane, Spectrophotometric Grade, 95+%, packaged under Argon in resealable ChemSeal™ bottles, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

n-Hexane is used in the formulation of glues for shoes, leather products, and roofing, as a cleaning agent, de-greasing agent. It is used to extract edible oils from seeds and vegetables, a non-polar solvent in chromatography.

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.

• Packaged under argon

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°C
• Density: 0.659 g/mL
• Boiling Point: 69°C
• Quantity: 800 mL
• Flash Point: -23°C (-9°F)
• Odor: Weak, characteristic
• Packaging: ChemSeal™ Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.375
• UN Number: UN1208
• Beilstein: 1730733
• Merck Index: 14,4694
• Solubility Information: Soluble in ethyl ether, chloroform. Miscible with ethanol.
• Formula Weight: 86.18
• Percent Purity: ≥95%
• Grade: Spectrophotometric
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Hexane

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• n-Hexane, Spectrophotometric Grade

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• 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