N Hexane 99%

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N Hexane

CAS Number: 110‑54‑3

Synonyms: n‑Hexane; Hexane; Normal hexane; HPLC and analytical grade variants

Chemical Formula:C₆H₁₄

Molecular Weight:86.18 g/mol

Product Introduction

A colorless, highly volatile liquid with a typical gasoline-like odor. Offered at ≥99% purity for analytical, HPLC, or extraction purposes. Widely used in solvent extraction of oils, degreasing, ink and varnish formulations, chromatography, low-temp thermometry, and as a petroleum-derived hydrocarbon.

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Physical & Chemical Properties

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Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Gasoline‑like
Density @ 20 °C ~0.659–0.66 g/cm³
Melting Point –95 °C
Boiling Point ~69 °C
Flash Point (closed cup) ~–22 °C
Vapor Pressure @ 20 °C ~132 mm Hg
Vapor Density ~3 × air
Solubility in Water ~0.01 g/100 mL (practically insoluble)
Refractive Index (n₂₀ᴅ) ~1.375
Explosion Limits ~1.1–7.7 %

Applications

  • Solvent for oils, fats, adhesives, waxes, inks, varnishes
  • Extraction (edible oils, plant compounds)
  • Chromatography (HPLC, GC)
  • Degreasing, cleaning agent, low-temperature thermometry
  • Petroleum/hydrocarbon research and intermediates

Safety & Handling

  • Highly flammable (UN 1208): flash point ~–23 °C; keep away from ignition.
  • Toxic upon prolonged exposure:suspected reproductive hazards and CNS effects (H336, H361f/d).
  • OSHA TWA 50 ppm:STEL 100 ppm; IDLH 1,500 ppm. Use in ventilated area with PPE.

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