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296090

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Hexane

95%, anhydrous

Synonym(s):

n-Hexane

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)4CH3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
86.18
Beilstein:
1730733
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352001
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.21

product name

Hexane, anhydrous, 95%

grade

anhydrous

Quality Level

vapor density

~3 (vs air)

vapor pressure

256 mmHg ( 37.7 °C)
5.2 psi ( 37.7 °C)
~132 mmHg ( 20 °C)

Assay

95%

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

453 °F

expl. lim.

7.7 %

impurities

<0.001% water
<0.005% water (100 mL pkg)

evapn. residue

<0.0003%

refractive index

n20/D 1.375 (lit.)

pH

7

bp

69 °C (lit.)

mp

−95 °C (lit.)

density

0.659 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

CCCCCC

InChI

1S/C6H14/c1-3-5-6-4-2/h3-6H2,1-2H3

InChI key

VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Hexane is a non-polar, volatile organic solvent mainly used as an extractant in oilseed processing.

Application


  • Comparative Study of Gas and Liquid Chromatography Methods for the Determination of Underivatised Neutral and Acidic Cannabinoids and Cholesterol.: This study provides a detailed comparison of chromatographic techniques, employing hexane as a solvent to analyze the chemical profiles of cannabinoids and cholesterol without derivatization, highlighting efficiency and resolution improvements (Czauderna M et al., 2024).

  • Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Properties of Morchella crassipes (Ascomycota) from Kashmir Valley (India).: This paper investigates the chemical constituents of Morchella crassipes, using hexane for extraction, and assesses its antimicrobial efficacy, contributing to potential applications in bioactive compound identification and pharmacological uses (Talie M et al., 2024).

  • Production and Physicochemical Characterization of the Gel Obtained in the Fermentation Process of Blue Corn Flour (Zea mays L.) with Colletotrichum gloeosporioides.: This research outlines the use of hexane in separating and identifying biochemical components during the fermentation of blue corn flour, offering insights into the industrial applicability of bio-derived materials (Villarreal-Rodríguez G et al., 2024).

  • Isolation of a Marker Olean-12-en-28-butanol Derivative from Viscum continuum E. Mey. Ex Sprague and the Evaluation of Its Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Potentials.: This article details the extraction process using hexane to isolate specific bioactive compounds from Viscum continuum, providing a foundation for future antioxidant and antimicrobial therapies (Mapfumari S et al., 2024).

  • Antioxidant activity of Sophora exigua and liposome development of its powerful extract.: Focusing on the antioxidative properties of Sophora exigua, this study utilizes hexane in the extraction process to enhance the bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy of its antioxidants when formulated into liposomes (Rodwattanagul S et al., 2024).

Other Notes

The article number 296090-4X2L will be discontinued. Please order the single bottle 296090-2L which is physically identical with the same exact specifications.

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Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 2 - Asp. Tox. 1 - Flam. Liq. 2 - Repr. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - STOT RE 2 Inhalation - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Central nervous system, Nervous system

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

-7.6 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

-22 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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