n-Hexane, 99%, ChromAR™ Solvent, Macron Fine Chemicals™

Description

High-purity solvent that meets ACS specifications and is suitable for liquid chromatography and UV-spectrophotometry applications.

Macron Fine Chemicals brand ChromAR™ grade solvents are ideal for use in analytical testing in a wide variety of markets where consistency and reliability is required. These reagents are produced under strict manufacturing practices for a variety of liquid chromatography applications.

• Consistent gradient profiles for reproducible results—ideal for consistent mobile phases
• Low UV absorbance
• Flat baselines
• Low residue after evaporation
• Low water levels

Specifications

• Melting Point: -95°C
• Absorbance: Max. 0.15 (at 210nm), Max. 0.05 (at 220nm), Max. 0.02 (at 230nm), Max. 0.009 (at 240nm)
• CAS: 110-54-3
• Color: Colorless
• Molecular Formula: C6H14
• MDL Number: MFCD02179311
• Synonym: n-hexane, esani, skellysolve b, gettysolve-b, hexyl hydride, hexan, dipropyl, heksan, hexanen, hexanes
• Solubility Information: 0.1g/L in water
• InChI Key: VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCC
• IUPAC Name: hexane
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 86.18
• PubChem CID: 8058
• ChEBI: CHEBI:29021
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Grade: Suitable for HPLC, UV-Spectrophotometry and UV applications
• Density: 0.66g/cm³ (at 20°C)
• Boiling Point: 69°C
• Quantity: 2.5 L
• Flash Point: −22°C
• Ignition Point: 240°C
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Residue after Evaporation: ≤0.0005%
• Titratable Acid: ≤0.0005meq/g
• Titratable Base: ≤0.0003meq/g
• Viscosity: 0.326 mPas (dynamic), 0.50mm²/s (kinematic)
• Water: ≤0.01%
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Hexane

Safety and Handling

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
• Aspiration toxicity Category 1
• Flammable liquid Category 2
• Reproductive toxicity Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• 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.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P241-Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P405-Store locked up.
• P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.