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A typical laboratory use of hexanes is to extract oil and grease contaminants from water and soil for analysis. Since hexane cannot be easily deprotonated, it is used in the laboratory for reactions that involve very strong bases, such as the preparation of Grignard reagents.
Minimum Assay: >95%
Molecular Formula: CH3(CH2)4CH3
Molecular Weight: 86.18
Melting Point: -95 deg C
Boiling Point: 69 deg C
Refractive Index: 1.375
Density: 0.695
Hazard Class: 3
Packing Group: 2
Hazard Phrases: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes skin irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause damage to organs
Prec Phrases: Obtain special instructions before use. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. Avoid release to the environment. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Do NOT induce vomiting.
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