n-Hexane 99% AR (CAS 110-54-3)

Molecular structure

Chemical Product

n-HEXANE 99% AR

Cat. NoKC.1410048 CategorySolvents Molecular FormulaC6H14 CAS110-54-3 Molecular Weight86.18 g/mol

Pack sizes 500ML2.5LTR

Safety & Hazards (GHS) Danger

Flammable

Irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

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n-Hexane can cause male reproductive toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

The main use of hexane is as a solvent to extract edible oils from seed and vegetable crops (e.g., soybeans, peanuts, corn). Hexane is also used as a cleaning agent (degreaser) in the printing industry.
Textiles (Fiber & Fabric Manufacturing) [Category: Industry]
Painting (Solvents) [Category: Paint]
Working with Glues and Adhesives [Category: Other]

Physical Description	N-hexane is a clear colorless liquids with a petroleum-like odor. Flash points -9 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Used as a solvent, paint thinner, and ch…
Color/Form	Liquid
Odor	Gasoline-like odor
Melting Point	-139 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	156 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point	-9.4 °F (NTP, 1992)
Density	0.659 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Solubility	less than 1 mg/mL at 61.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure	120 mmHg at 68 °F ; 180 mmHg at 77 °F (NTP, 1992)
Refractive Index	Index of refraction: 1.3727 at 25 °C

IUPAC Name	hexane
Molecular Formula	C6H14
Molecular Weight	86.18 g/mol
CAS	110-54-3
SMILES	CCCCCC
InChIKey	VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Catalog No	KC.1410048
Pack sizes	500ML · 2.5LTR

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