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The name n-Hexane refers to the unbranched, linear conformation of C6H12, indicating that branched isomers of hexane are not present. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a petroleum-like aroma.
n-hexane is the solvent of choice for seed and vegetable oil extraction, textiles manufacturing, glue and degreaser formulations, and select cleaning applications.
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- Seed and vegetable oil extraction
- Cleaning reagent
- Reaction medium
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Product Information
| CAS | 110-54-3 |
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| Synonyms | n-Hexane, Hexyl hydride, Skellysolve B, Gettysolve-B, Hexan, Hexanes, Dipropyl, Normal hexane, n-Hexan |
| Assay | Min 95.0% |
| PubChem ID | 8058 |
| Grade | High Purity Grade |
| Color | 10 max |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear Liquid |
| Odor | Hydrocarbon (gas-like odor) |
| Melting point | -95 °C(-139 °F) |
| Boiling Point | 62.8 to 73.9 °C (145 to 165 °F) |
| Vapor pressure | 124 mmHg |
| Solubility | Negligible in water |
| Auto-ignition temperature | 225 °C |
| Molecular formula | C6H14 |
| Molecular weight | 86.18 |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Evaporation rate | 5.2 |
| Flash Point | -22 °C (-7 °F) |
| Residue after evaporation | Max 0.001% |
| Sulfur Compounds | Max 0.005% (as S) |
| Thiophene | Passes Test |
| Titrabale acid | 0.0003 meq/g max |
| Vapor density | 3 |
| Water | Max 0.02% |
