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Description
| Catalogue Number | |
| Synonyms | 203-777-6, Sextane, Cas 110-54-3 |
| Overview | n-Hexane is a colorless, volatile, and highly flammable aliphatic hydrocarbon. It is a straight-chain alkane widely used as a solvent in industrial and laboratory settings due to its non-polarity and low boiling point. |
Product Information
n-Hexane is a high-purity, volatile, and non-polar solvent composed of a straight-chain six-carbon alkane (C₆H₁₄). It is a colorless liquid with a mild petroleum-like odor and a low boiling point (~68.7 °C), making it ideal for fast evaporation in industrial and laboratory applications.
Commonly used in the extraction of vegetable oils, formulation of adhesives, and rubber manufacturing, n-hexane is also a standard solvent in analytical and chromatographic processes due to its excellent solvency for non-polar substances.
This product is available in various purity grades, including laboratory, industrial, and pharmaceutical specifications, and should be handled with appropriate safety precautions due to its flammability and potential neurotoxic effects with prolonged exposure.
| Formula | C6H14 |
| Molar mass (M) | 86,18 g/mol |
| Density | 0,66 g/cm³ |
| Boiling point (bp) | 69 °C |
| Flash point | -22 °C |
| Melting point | -95 °C |
Application(s)
1. Oil Extraction
n-Hexane is commonly used to extract vegetable oils from seeds such as soybeans, sunflower, and canola. It helps increase yield and is easy to remove after processing.
2. Industrial Cleaning
It is used as a degreasing agent for cleaning machinery, tools, and metal parts due to its fast evaporation and strong solvency.
3. Adhesives and Coatings
n-Hexane acts as a solvent in the production of adhesives, glues, rubber cement, and coatings, helping the product dry quickly.
4. Rubber and Polymer Processing
Used in the manufacturing of rubber products and plastics. It helps in molding, swelling, or dissolving certain materials.
5. Laboratory Use
n-Hexane is used as a non-polar solvent in chemical laboratories for chromatography, extractions, and organic reactions.
6. Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics (limited use)
In controlled conditions, it may be used in the production of some pharmaceuticals and cosmetic ingredients as a processing solvent.
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Safety Information according to GHS
| Hazard Pictogram(s) |   |
| Hazard Statement(s) | H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. 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 through prolonged or repeated exposure. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
| Precautionary Statement(s) Prevention | P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/intrinsically safe equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. |
| Signal Word | Danger |
| Storage class | 3 Flammable liquids |
| WGKs | WGK 2 hazardous to water |
| Disposal | Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation. |
Storage and Transport Information
| Storage | Store in a well ventilated area |
| Declaration (railroad and road) ADR, RID | UN 1208 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by air) IATA-DGR | UN 1208 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by sea) IMDG-Code | UN 1208 , 3, II |
Toxicological Information
| LD 50 oral | LD50 Rat 28710 mg/kg |
| LD 50 dermal | LD50 Rabbit 20000 mg/kg |