Molekula
n-Hexane
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n-Hexane is a volatile, flammable hydrocarbon used primarily as a solvent in industrial and laboratory settings, including extraction and cleaning processes. It is a straight-chain alkane with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)4CH3, a molecular weight of 86.18 g/mol, and is stored at ambient temperatures. Its CAS number is 110-54-3, and it carries a Danger signal word due to its flammability and potential health hazards. Molekula supplies n-Hexane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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2.5L — £98.00 per pack ex VAT · £117.60 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.375 |
| Assay GC | 99.2% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -26 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Odour | Gasoline-like odor |
| Melting Point | -95.35 °C |
| Boiling Point | 68.73 °C |
| Density | 0.7 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 9.5 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in ethanol; soluble in ethyl ether, chloroform |
| Vapour Pressure | 17 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3727 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.90 |
Source: PubChem CID 8058 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90025558 |
| CAS Number | 110-54-3 |
| IUPAC Name | hexane |
| EC Number | 203-777-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)4CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 86.18 |
| Exact Mass | 86.1096 |
| SMILES | CCCCCC |
| InChIKey | VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H14/c1-3-5-6-4-2/h3-6H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8058 |
| UN Number | UN1208 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29011000 |
| Tariff Code | 2710122590 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- 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
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P307+311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Dipropyl
- Esani
- Gettysolve-B
- Heksan
- HEXANE
- Hexanen
- Hexanes
- Hexyl hydride
- normal-hexane
- Skellysolve B
Frequently asked questions
What is n-Hexane used for?
n-Hexane is primarily used as a non-polar solvent in industrial applications such as extraction of vegetable oils and in the production of adhesives and coatings.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of n-Hexane?
The chemical formula is CH3(CH2)4CH3, and the molecular weight is 86.18 g/mol.
How should n-Hexane be stored?
n-Hexane should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources, in a well-ventilated area.
What grade of n-Hexane does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies n-Hexane in technical grade, suitable for industrial and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply n-Hexane in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply n-Hexane in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and delivery options.
What documentation comes with an order of n-Hexane?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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