| Formula / Notation | C6H14O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 111-27-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 102.17 |
| Melting Point | -48.3 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 314.8 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.85 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | Sol in ethanol, acetone, chloroform; miscible with ether, benzene; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride |
| Appearance | Hexanols appears as a clear colorless liquid mixture of isomeric six-carbon alcohols with similar chemical properties. Vapors are heavier than air. Used to make pharmaceuticals and as a solvent. |
| Also Known As | hexan-1-ol; Hexyl alcohol; Hexan-1-ol; 111-27-3; n-Hexanol; n-Hexyl alcohol; Amylcarbinol; 1-Hydroxyhexane; Caproyl alcohol; 1-Hexyl alcohol |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is 1-Hexanol?
Hexan-1-ol is a primary alcohol that is hexane substituted by a hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, a fragrance, an alarm pheromone and a plant metabolite. It is a hexanol and a primary alcohol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: hexan-1-ol
Other Names / Synonyms: hexan-1-ol; Hexyl alcohol; Hexan-1-ol; 111-27-3; n-Hexanol; n-Hexyl alcohol; Amylcarbinol; 1-Hydroxyhexane; Caproyl alcohol; 1-Hexyl alcohol
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -48.3 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 314.8 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.85 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 102.17 |
| Solubility | Sol in ethanol, acetone, chloroform; miscible with ether, benzene; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride |
| Appearance | Hexanols appears as a clear colorless liquid mixture of isomeric six-carbon alcohols with similar chemical properties. Vapors are heavier than air. Used to make pharmaceuticals and as a solvent. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Hexan-1-ol is a primary alcohol that is hexane substituted by a hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, a fragrance, an alarm pheromone and a plant metabolite. It is a hexanol and a primary alcohol.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for 1-Hexanol is: C6H14O