Hexane

Basic Information of Hexane

Hexane (n-Hexane, CAS No. 110-54-3) is a colorless, highly flammable liquid with a distinctive gasoline-like odor. It's an essential aliphatic hydrocarbon derived from petroleum, valued for its stability and effectiveness in various extraction, cleaning, and chemical synthesis processes.

CAS No.:	110-54-3
EC No.:	203-777-6
Linear Formula:	C₆H₁₄
Molecular Weight:	86.18
Appearance:	Transparent Liquid
Density:	0.659 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
RIDADR:	UN 3295 3/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

Key Applications of Hexane (n-Hexane)

n-Hexane is one of the most widely used light hydrocarbon solvents in large-scale industrial processing, particularly where fast evaporation and strong non-polar solvency are required. For a broader overview of hydrocarbon materials and industrial roles, refer to our industrial hydrocarbons guide.

• Food Oil Extraction: n-Hexane is extensively used as a primary solvent for the extraction of vegetable oils (such as soybean, corn, sunflower, and canola oil) from oilseeds, as well as for defatting operations in the food processing industry. For solvent performance considerations in extraction systems, see hydrocarbon solvents for industrial cleaning and extraction.

• Industrial Cleaning & Degreasing: An effective fast-evaporating solvent for cleaning and degreasing machinery, metal parts, and precision components across manufacturing sectors.

• Adhesives, Paints & Coatings: Used as a formulation solvent or diluent in adhesives, printing inks, coatings, and lacquer systems requiring rapid drying characteristics.

• Polymerization Solvent: Employed as a reaction medium and process solvent in selected polyolefin and synthetic rubber production systems.

• Laboratory Reagent: Widely utilized in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and extraction procedures where a low-polarity solvent is required.

• Textile & Leather Processing: Applied in certain industrial cleaning and degreasing operations within textile and leather workflows.

For structured guidance on selecting the appropriate hydrocarbon solvent for your process, review our    hydrocarbon solvent selection guide.

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Health Hazard (GHS08), Environmental Hazard (GHS09)

• Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; may cause drowsiness or dizziness; may cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

• UN Number: UN 1208

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)

• Packing Group: II