n-Hexane PurSolv for GC, >=99.0%

PurSolv


Synonym:  n-Hexane
Linear Formula:  C6H14
Molecular Weight:  86.18 g/mol
CAS Number: 110-54-3

Properties

Vapour pressure 256 mmHg ( 37.7 °C), 5.2 psi ( 37.7 °C), ~132 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility Immiscible
Autoignition temp. 453 °F
Explosion limit 7.7 %
Assay Purity >=99%
Refractive index n20/D 1.375 (lit.)
B pt. 69 °C (lit.)
M pt. -95 °C (lit.)
Density 0.659 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H304,H315,H336,H361f,H372,H411
Precautionary Statement  P202 - P210 - P273 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code NA
Flash point -22 °C(1.013 hPa)
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1208

Description

Application
Extraction of edible oils from seeds and vegetables. Industrial cleaning and degreasing. Solvent in adhesives paints inks and rubber processing. Laboratory solvent for chemical analysis and synthesis.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to act as a non-polar solvent for dissolving oils fats waxes and other organic materials efficiently.

General Description
n-Hexane is a volatile hydrocarbon solvent commonly used in industrial and laboratory processes. Alkane hydrocarbon. Clear colorless liquid with gasoline-like odor. Highly flammable and fast-evaporating. Insoluble in water but miscible with many organic compounds.