Chemical Product

Hexane

Molecular FormulaC6H14 CAS110-54-3 Molecular Weight86.18 g/mol g/mol

SynonymsN-Hexane

Safety & Hazards (GHS) Danger

Flammable

Irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

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Hexane is a colorless, flammable liquid used primarily as a solvent in industrial applications and in chemical synthesis.

- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a solvent in the production of resins, oils, and adhesives. - Laboratories: Applied as a solvent in chemical reactions and in chromatography. - Fuel Industry: Used as a gasoline additive and in fuel formulations. - Industrial Cleaning: Used in cleaning and degreasing applications, especially in the textile industry.

Appearance	Colorless liquid
Odor	Mild, petroleum-like odor
Molecular Formula	C6H14
Molecular Weight	86.18 g/mol
Boiling Point	68.7 °C
Density	0.654 g/cm³
Solubility	Insoluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents
Flash Point	-22 °C
Chemical Stability	Stable under normal conditions, but highly flammable and should be stored away from heat and sparks

IUPAC Name	hexane
Molecular Formula	C6H14
Molecular Weight	86.18 g/mol g/mol
SMILES	CCCCCC
InChIKey	VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

H225 Highly Flammable liquid and vapor
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H401 Toxic to aquatic life
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

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Hexane

Hexane

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