Molekula
Cyclohexanone
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Cyclohexanone is a clear, oily organic solvent with a sharp, acetone-like odor, widely used in adhesives, coatings, and as a precursor in nylon production. It also serves as a solvent for resins, plastics, and in pharmaceutical synthesis. This chemical has a CAS number of 108-94-1, a molecular formula of C6H10O, and a molecular weight of 98.14 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, indicated by the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Cyclohexanone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Transparent Liquid |
| Density | 0.944 - 0.948 g/cm3 |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤25 |
| Water | ≤0.15% |
| Storage Temperature | +20 ° C |
| Assay | ≥99.5% |
| Acidity | ≤0.01% |
| Distillation Range | 153.00-157.00 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 44 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Oily liquid |
| Odour | Odor reminiscent of peppermint & acetone |
| Melting Point | -31 °C |
| Boiling Point | 155.4 °C |
| Density | 0.95 (relative, water = 1) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, ether, and other common organic solvents |
| Vapour Pressure | 500 Pa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4507 |
| pKa | pKa = 11.3 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.81 |
Source: PubChem CID 7967 (HSDB, DrugBank, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 16593797 |
| CAS Number | 108-94-1 |
| IUPAC Name | cyclohexanone |
| EC Number | 203-631-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H10(=O) |
| Molecular Weight | 98.14 |
| Exact Mass | 98.0732 |
| SMILES | C1CCC(=O)CC1 |
| InChIKey | JHIVVAPYMSGYDF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H10O/c7-6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5H2 |
| PubChem CID | 7967 |
| UN Number | UN1915 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29142210 |
| Tariff Code | 2914220000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H302+332 Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Anon
- Anone
- Cyclohexanon
- Hexanon
- Hytrol O
- ketocyclohexane
- Ketohexamethylene
- Nadone
- Pimelic ketone
- Sextone
Frequently asked questions
What is cyclohexanone commonly used for?
Cyclohexanone is primarily used as a solvent in the production of nylon, adhesives, coatings, and as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other organic compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cyclohexanone?
The chemical formula is **C6H10O** (or C6H10=O) and the molecular weight is **98.14 g/mol**.
How should cyclohexanone be stored?
Store cyclohexanone in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from ignition sources, oxidizing agents, and direct sunlight.
What grades of cyclohexanone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** cyclohexanone, meeting standard industrial specifications for purity and performance.
Can Molekula supply cyclohexanone in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide cyclohexanone in bulk, with packaging options including drums (200L) and IBCs (1000L) for large-scale industrial needs.
What documentation comes with a cyclohexanone order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a **Danger label** indicating the 'Danger' signal word.
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