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3-Hexanol

SKU 57190361 CAS 623-37-0 C6H14O MW 102.17 Available on enquiry

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3-Hexanol is a straight-chain secondary alcohol with a faint floral odor, commonly used as a fragrance component, solvent, and intermediate in organic synthesis. It is also used as a flavouring agent and adjuvant in flavour formulations, and as an aroma chemical building block for flavour and fragrance materials. It appears as a colorless liquid with mild solubility in water but high miscibility in organic solvents. Catalogue details: CAS 623-37-0, molecular formula C6H14O, molecular weight 102.17 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions under standard precautions. Classified with a signal word of "Warning" per GHS regulations. Molekula supplies 3-Hexanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 57190361
CAS Number: 623-37-0
IUPAC Name: hexan-3-ol
EC Number: 210-790-0
Molecular Formula: C6H14O
Molecular Weight: 102.17
Exact Mass: 102.1045
SMILES: CCCC(CC)O
InChIKey: ZOCHHNOQQHDWHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C6H14O/c1-3-5-6(7)4-2/h6-7H,3-5H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 12178

Synonyms

3-Hexanol (natural)
3Hexyl alcohol
DL-3-HEXANOL
Ethyl propyl carbinol
FEMA 3351
FEMA No. 3351
Hexan-3-ol
Hexanol-(3)
ZOCHHNOQQHDWHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point: 133 to 135 °C at 760 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents): Slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol and acetone; soluble in ether in all proportions
Vapour Pressure: 4.81 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 12178 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), Haz-Map)

Frequently asked questions

What is 3-Hexanol commonly used for?

3-Hexanol is primarily used as a solvent, in the synthesis of flavors and fragrances (e.g., green leaf notes), and as an intermediate in organic chemistry for producing esters and other derivatives.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 3-Hexanol?

The chemical formula is C6H14O, and the molecular weight is 102.17 g/mol.

What safety classification does 3-Hexanol have, and how should it be stored?

The signal word is Warning, and it should be stored at ambient conditions in a cool, dry place, away from oxidizing agents and ignition sources.

What grades of 3-Hexanol does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies technical-grade and high-purity (HPLC/GC-grade) 3-Hexanol, depending on your application requirements.

Can Molekula supply 3-Hexanol in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula offers bulk packaging options (e.g., drums, IBCs) for large-scale orders—please contact us for specific availability and pricing.

What documentation comes with a 3-Hexanol order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a Certificate of Conformity for traceability and compliance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.