n-Hexane, 96+%, Extra Dry, AcroSeal™, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics 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 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

-95.0°C

Color

Colorless

CAS Min %

96.0

CAS Max %

100.0

Density

0.6590g/mL

Boiling Point

69.0°C

Quantity

100 mL

Flash Point

−22°C

Packaging

AcroSeal™ Glass Bottle

Physical Form

Liquid

Refractive Index

1.3748 to 1.3810

Residue after Evaporation

0.0005 % max.

Assay Percent Range

96+%

Specific Gravity

0.659

Linear Formula

CH₃(CH₂)₄CH₃

Viscosity

0.31 mPa.s (20°C)

Beilstein

01, 142

Water

0.002% Max.

Merck Index

15, 4732

Solubility Information

Solubility in water: insoluble. Other solubilities: soluble in alcohol, acetone, ether and chloroform

Formula Weight

86.18

Percent Purity

≥96%

Grade

Extra Dry

Chemical Name or Material

n-Hexane

Hazard Category

Danger

Hazard Statement

GHS P Statement May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes skin irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Suspected of damaging fertility. Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. Avoid release to the environment. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

SDS

Hazard Category

Danger

Hazard Statement

GHS P Statement May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes skin irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Suspected of damaging fertility. Highly flammable liquid and vapor.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. Avoid release to the environment. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only