MANUFACTURER
1-Hexanol
Regular price:
Regular price:
product unavailable
add to wish list
Description
1-Hexanol
Other Names: Amyl carbinol, Hexan-1-ol, n-Hexanol
CAS Number: 111-27-3
Sum Formula: C₆H₁₄O
Molar Mass: 102.18 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless oily liquid
1-Hexanol is a straight-chain primary alcohol with six carbon atoms. It possesses moderate polarity and hydrophobicity, making it useful in organic synthesis and as a solvent for resins, polymers, and coatings. It occurs naturally in some plant oils and is used in fragrance chemistry and industrial formulations.
Chemical and Physical Properties
Density: 0.814 g/cm³
Melting Point: –45°C
Boiling Point: 157°C
Solubility in Water: Slightly soluble (5.9 g/L at 20°C)
Solubility in Other Solvents: Miscible with most organic solvents
Odor: Mild, sweet alcohol-like odor
Applications
Solvent: Used in coatings, inks, plasticizers, and synthetic resins.
Organic Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the preparation of esters, plasticizers, and surfactants.
Fragrance Industry: Utilized in formulations requiring fatty alcohol notes.
Extraction and Separation: Acts as a medium for separating and purifying compounds.
Safety

Signal Word: Warning
H302+H312 (82.5%): Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, oral; acute toxicity, dermal]
H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H312 (82.5%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]
H319 (82.5%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P305+P351+P338, P317, P321, P330, P337+P317, P362+P364, and P501
Handling and Storage
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and oxidizing agents.
Handling Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure good ventilation during handling.
