Cyclohexane PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Cyclohexane
Linear Formula:  C6H12
Molecular Weight:  84.16
CAS Number: 110-82-7

Properties

Vapour pressure 77 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility Practically Insoluble
Autoignition temp. 500 °F
Explosion limit 9 %
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.426
B pt. 80.7 °C
M pt. 4-7°C
Density 0.779 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304,H315,H336,H410
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29021100
Flash point -1°F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1145

Description

Application
It is widely used as a solvent and as a raw material in the production of nylon intermediates like adipic acid and caprolactam.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to serve as an industrial solvent and as a key feedstock in the manufacture of synthetic fibers.

General Description
Cyclohexane is a saturated cyclic hydrocarbon with the molecular formula CH consisting of a six-carbon ring structure.