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Hexane

IUPAC: hexane

C6H14 Organic Compounds CAS 110-54-3
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Formula / NotationC6H14
CAS Number110-54-3
Molecular Weight86.18
Melting Point-139 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point156 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.659 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Solubilityless than 1 mg/mL at 61.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceN-hexane is a clear colorless liquids with a petroleum-like odor. Flash points -9 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Used as a solvent, paint thinner, and c...
Also Known Asn-Hexane; 110-54-3; Skellysolve B; Esani; Gettysolve-B; Hexyl hydride; Dipropyl; Hexanen; Heksan; normal-hexane
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Hexane?

n-Hexane can cause male reproductive toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

Formula & Notation

C6H14

IUPAC Name: hexane

Other Names / Synonyms: n-Hexane; 110-54-3; Skellysolve B; Esani; Gettysolve-B; Hexyl hydride; Dipropyl; Hexanen; Heksan; normal-hexane

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: N-hexane is a clear colorless liquids with a petroleum-like odor. Flash points -9 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Used as a solvent, paint thinner, and c.... Molecular formula: C6H14. Molecular weight: 86.18 g/mol. Boiling point: 156 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -139 °F (NTP, 1992). Density: 0.659 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float. Solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 61.7 °F (NTP, 1992). Vapor pressure: 120 mmHg at 68 °F ; 180 mmHg at 77 °F (NTP, 1992). LogP: 3.9.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point-139 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point156 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.659 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Molecular Weight86.18
Solubilityless than 1 mg/mL at 61.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceN-hexane is a clear colorless liquids with a petroleum-like odor. Flash points -9 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Used as a solvent, paint thinner, and c...

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

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Key Facts

Term Hexane
Formula C6H14
CAS Number 110-54-3
Molecular Weight 86.18
Category Organic Compounds
Index All "H" terms
Synonyms n-Hexane; 110-54-3; Skellysolve B; Esani; Gettysolve-B; Hexyl hydride; Dipropyl; Hexanen; Heksan; normal-hexane

Frequently Asked Questions

n-Hexane can cause male reproductive toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

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