n-Hexane, anhydrous, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code	Brand	Quantity
11309368	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 043263.AK	250 mL
11329368	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 043263.K2	1 L
11319368	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 043263.K7	4 L

Description

n-Hexane is used 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.

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 110-54-3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 86.18
• InChI Key: VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• PubChem CID: 8058
• IUPAC Name: hexane

• Molecular Formula: C6H14
• MDL Number: MFCD02179311
• Synonym: n-hexane, esani, skellysolve b, gettysolve-b, hexyl hydride, hexan, dipropyl, heksan, hexanen, hexanes
• ChEBI: CHEBI:29021
• SMILES: CCCCCC

Specifications

• Melting Point: °C to 95°C
• Color: Colorless
• Boiling Point: 69°C
• Ignition Point: 240°C (464°F)
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Molecular Formula: C6H14
• Vapor Pressure: 120mm Hg at 20°C
• Beilstein: 1730733
• Solubility Information: Miscible with alcohol,chloroform,acetone and ether.
• SMILES: CCCCCC
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 86.18
• ChEBI: CHEBI:29021
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Hexane

• CAS: 110-54-3
• Density: 0.659 g/cm³ at 20°C
• Flash Point: -23°C (-9°F)
• Odor: Weak, characteristic
• Refractive Index: 1.375
• MDL Number: MFCD02179311
• UN Number: 1208
• Synonym: n-hexane, esani, skellysolve b, gettysolve-b, hexyl hydride, hexan, dipropyl, heksan, hexanen, hexanes
• InChI Key: VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• IUPAC Name: hexane
• PubChem CID: 8058
• Formula Weight: 86.18

Safety and Handling

P201-P202-P210-P233-P235-P240-P241-P242-P243-P260-P264b-P270-P271-P280i-P281-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P308+P313-P331-P332+P313-P363-P370+P378q-P501c

H225-H304-H315-H319-H335-H336-H361f-H372

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Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures

Product Identifier

• n-Hexane, anhydrous

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