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Hexane 99.5% High Purity Lab Grade
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Hexane listed at 99.5% purity, an aliphatic C6 solvent with a boiling range of 62-69 °C, a flash point of -26 °C and a relative density of 0.66 g/cm3 at 20 °C. The manufacturer SDS identifies n-hexane, CAS 110-54-3, as the classified component and gives an autoignition temperature of 258 °C. Supplied in 1 quart, 1 gallon, 5 gallon and 55 gallon drum sizes.
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Description
Hexane, high purity lab grade, listed at 99.5%. The manufacturer safety data sheet (grade designation “Hexane (S)”) identifies n-hexane, CAS 110-54-3, as the classified component and states that relevant identified uses are industrial or commercial only.
Physical data (from the SDS)
- Colourless liquid, mild odour
- Boiling range 62-69 °C
- Melting point -95 °C
- Flash point -26 °C
- Relative density 0.66 g/cm3 at 20 °C
- Vapour pressure 5.6 psia at 37.8 °C
- Flammability limits 1.1 vol% (LEL) to 7.5 vol% (UEL)
- Autoignition temperature 258 °C
Classification and hazard statements
Classified under 29 CFR 1910.1200 as a Category 2 flammable liquid with aspiration toxicity Category 1, skin irritation Category 2, reproductive toxicity and repeated-exposure organ toxicity. Signal word: Danger. Declared hazard statements are H225 highly flammable liquid and vapour; H304 may be fatal if swallowed and enters airways; H315 causes skin irritation; H336 may cause drowsiness or dizziness; H361f suspected of damaging fertility; H373 may cause damage to organs (nervous system) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled; H411 toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Container sizes
1 quart, 1 gallon, 5 gallons and a 55 gallon drum.
Frequently asked questions
What does the SDS identify as the active component?+
n-Hexane, CAS 110-54-3, is the component declared and classified in the composition section of the manufacturer SDS. The grade designation on the SDS is "Hexane (S)".
What are the boiling range and flash point?+
Boiling range 62-69 °C, melting point -95 °C and flash point -26 °C. Relative density is 0.66 g/cm3 at 20 °C and vapour pressure is 5.6 psia at 37.8 °C.
What are the flammability limits?+
1.1 vol% lower explosive limit to 7.5 vol% upper explosive limit, with an autoignition temperature of 258 °C. The SDS classifies the product as a Category 2 flammable liquid, signal word Danger.
What health hazards are declared?+
The SDS declares H304 (may be fatal if swallowed and enters airways), H315 (causes skin irritation), H336 (may cause drowsiness or dizziness), H361f (suspected of damaging fertility), H373 (may cause damage to the nervous system through prolonged or repeated inhalation exposure) and H411 (toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects).
What container sizes are available?+
1 quart, 1 gallon, 5 gallons and a 55 gallon drum. Select the size on this page before adding to a quote.
What materials are incompatible?+
The SDS lists strong oxidising agents and strong reducing agents as incompatible, and directs that high temperatures and all sources of ignition be avoided and vapour accumulation prevented.
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