[L09938] CAS 110-54-3 | n-Hexane, 99%

CAS : 110-54-3
UN# : UN1208
MDL : MFCD00009520
Hazard Class : 3
EINECS : 203-777-6
Packing Group : II

Chemical Properties

Formula : CH3(CH2)4CH3
Formula weight : 86.18
Melting Point : -95°
Boiling Point : 69° Flash point: -23°(-9°F)
Density : 0.659
Refractive Index : 1.3750
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Solubility : Miscible with alcohol, chloroform, acetone and ether.

Applications

n-Hexane is used as a solvent to extract edible oils from seed and vegetable crops. Commercial grades of hexane are used as solvents for glues, varnishes, and inks, cleaning agent (degreaser) in the printing industry, liquid in low temperature thermometers. Other uses are as fuels and fuel additives, intermediates and laboratory chemicals.

Notes

Incompatible with dinitrogen tetraoxide. Store in a cool and dry environment.Other References : Beilstein: 1730733
Merck : 14,4694
UN# : UN1208

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H225-H304-H361-H373-H315-H336-H411Highly flammable liquid and vapour.May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.Causes skin irritation.May cause drowsiness or dizziness.Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements : P210-P241-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P405-P501aKeep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
위험 문구 : 11-38-48/20-62-51/53-65-67Highly flammable.Irritating to skin.Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.Possible risk of impaired fertility.Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
안전 문구 : 9-16-29-33-36/37-61-62Keep container in a well-ventilated place.Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking.Do not empty into drains.Take precautionary measures against static discharges.Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.