Applications

• Cleaner
• Degreaser
• Vegetable oil extraction
• Chemical synthesis

General

What is Hexane? Hexane is an organic solvent with the molecular formula C6H14. It is a colourless liquid with a mild odor and is highly flammable. Due to its low polarity, it is effective at dissolving nonpolar substances, such as oils, fats, and waxes. Hexane is frequently used in the extraction of vegetable oils, as well as in the cleaning and degreasing of machinery and equipment.

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality n-Hexane 95%, meeting the standards of the American Chemical Society (ACS), ensuring reliable and consistent performance for all applications.

Glass Winchester Bottle: Available in 500ml, 1L and 2.5L pack sizes. Our Glass Winchester bottles can store chemicals that may be sensitive to light due to filtering potentially harmful UV rays. Bottles are durable, versatile and perfect for storing products in the chemical, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Frequent Uses

Solvent in Industrial Applications
Widely used in the chemical, automotive, and manufacturing industries as a solvent for cleaning and degreasing. It efficiently dissolves oils, fats, and waxes, making it ideal for cleaning machinery and in oil extraction processes.

Extraction of Vegetable Oils
In the food industry, it is commonly used to extract vegetable oils from seeds such as soybeans and sunflower, ensuring high yields and purity of the oils.

Chemical Synthesis
As a solvent in various chemical reactions and processes, especially in the production of petrochemicals and in laboratory settings for purifying compounds.

Laboratory Applications
Due to its low polarity, it is commonly used in laboratories for chromatography, especially in the separation and analysis of nonpolar substances.

Specification

• Minimum Assay: >95%
• Molecular Formula: CH3(CH2)4CH3
• Molecular Weight: 86.18
• Melting Point: -95°C
• Boiling Point: 69°C
• Refractive Index: 1.375
• Density: 0.695

Hazards

Hazard Phrases: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Causes skin irritation. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure . May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prec Phrases: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid release to the environment. Use personal protective equipment as required. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting.