Specification
| Product Name | n-Hexane |
|---|---|
| Other Names | n-Hexane |
| CAS No. | 110-54-3 |
| EINECS No. | 203-777-6 |
| MF | C6H14 |
| Molecular weight | 86.18 |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Appearance | Colorless, transparent and highly volatile liquid |
| Density | 0.659 g/cm³ |
| Melting point | -95.3 °C |
| Boiling point | 68.7 °C |
| Solubility | -22 °C |
Values are typical for the standard grade. Tighter specifications are available — state the target in your inquiry and we confirm against the production batch.
Hazard classification
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H361f Suspected of damaging fertility
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements (1)
- P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use
European Chemicals Agency. "n-hexane, Index No. 601-037-00-0." In Table 3 of Annex VI to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP Regulation), 23rd Adaptation to Technical Progress (harmonised list as of 2026-07-07). Helsinki: European Chemicals Agency, 2026. https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals/annex-vi-to-clp.
Packaging and shipping
n-Hexane (Hexane) Food grade / Industrial grade / Chromatography pure full series supplier | Provides solutions for vegetable oil extraction, rubber chemical industry, polymer reactions, precision cleaning, chromatographic analysis, etc.
Product Description
Anhui Eapearl Chemical Co., Ltd., as a professional chemical supplier in China, strictly adheres to all national laws and regulations regarding the management of hazardous chemicals. We are committed to providing our customers with high-quality, stable and reliable n-Hexane products. We emphasize its core value as an efficient, low-toxicity, and lowest-boiling-point straight-chain alkanol solvent. At the same time, safety, compliance, and sustainability are placed at the top of our operational priorities.
Product Introduction
Hexane (n-Hexane) is a colorless and transparent liquid with a high degree of volatility and a slight smell of gasoline. Its molecular formula is C₆H₁₄ and its molecular weight is 86.18. As one of the simplest straight-chain saturated hydrocarbons (alkanes), n-Hexane, due to its excellent non-polar solubility, extremely low boiling point, moderate toxicity and price advantage, has become an indispensable key solvent in fields such as vegetable oil extraction, rubber chemistry, polymer reactions, precision cleaning and chromatographic analysis. However, its neurotoxicity must be strictly prevented during operation.
The core value of n-hexane lies in its outstanding non-polar solubility, extremely fast evaporation rate, high purity, and relatively economical cost.
Efficient extraction of vegetable oils (the main application field):
Extraction solvent: It is the preferred solvent for industrial extraction of vegetable oils such as soybeans, rapeseeds, peanuts, and corn germ. It has strong oil solubility, good selectivity, and a low boiling point, making it easy to recover, which can significantly increase the oil yield and economic benefits. In this field, food-grade n-hexane must be used, strictly complying with food safety national standards.
Extraction of flavor and fragrance: Also used for the extraction of effective components such as natural fragrances and plant essential oils.
Rubber and adhesive industry:
Key solvent: It is an important solvent for the production of rubber adhesives (such as shoe adhesives, polyurethane adhesives), universal adhesives, pressure-sensitive adhesives, etc., providing rapid drying and good bonding performance.
Rubber processing: Used for bonding, cleaning, and some processing aids of rubber products.
Polymer reactions and chemical synthesis:
Polymer solvent: In the solution polymerization process of polyethylene and polypropylene, it serves as an inert reaction solvent and diluent.
Organic synthesis: Used as a medium for organic reactions or for the synthesis of chemicals such as adipic acid.
Precision industry and electronic cleaning:
Cleaning agent: High-purity (food grade) n-hexane, due to its rapid evaporation and no residue characteristics, is used for cleaning in the manufacturing processes of precision optical components, electronic parts, and liquid crystal panels, removing grease and contaminants.
Coatings, inks, and degreasers:
Fast-drying diluent: Used in the formulation of certain fast-drying coatings and inks.
Degreasing cleaning: Used for the degreasing of metal parts and mechanical equipment surfaces.
Research, chromatographic analysis, and detection:
Chromatographic solvent: Chromatographically pure n-hexane is a commonly used mobile phase and sample diluent in gas chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analyses, especially suitable for the analysis of pesticide residues, lipid components, etc. General laboratory solvent: Used for various physical and chemical tests and experiments.
Delivery&Payment method
Frequently asked
In what packaging is n-Hexane shipped?
Standard formats are Drum (180 kg), IBC Drum (1127 kg), ISO tank (20ft) (24–26 m³), ISO tank (40ft) (48–50 m³). Other packaging can be arranged for full-container orders.
Is a safety data sheet available for n-Hexane?
Yes, on request. Safety data sheets are issued per grade and destination market; state the country of import in your inquiry.
What purity do you supply?
The standard grade is ≥99.0%. Tighter specifications are confirmed against the production batch before shipment.
