N Hexane: Chemical Formula: C6H14 CAS Registry Number: 110 54 3 Molecular Weight: 86.18 Category: Hydrocarbon
N Hexane: Chemical Formula: C6H14 CAS Registry Number: 110 54 3 Molecular Weight: 86.18 Category: Hydrocarbon
n‐HEXANE PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical Formula: C6H14
CAS Registry Number: 110‐54‐3
Molecular Weight: 86.18
Category: Hydrocarbon Synonyms:
• HEXAN
• Hexane
• Hexane (all isomers)
• hexano
• Hexyl hydride
• n-Hexan
• n-Hexane
• NSC 68472
• See also Commercial hexane
• See also Cyclopentane,
methyl- (CAS No. 96-37-7)
• See also Hexanes
• Skellysolve B
• UN 1208
• UN 1208
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Hexane is a hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C6H14; that is, an alkane with six carbon atoms.
The term may refer to any of four other structural isomers with that formula, or to a mixture of them.[2] In
the IUPAC nomenclature, however,hexane is the unbranched isomer (n‐hexane); the other four structures are
named as methylated derivatives of pentane and butane. IUPAC also uses the term as the root of many
compounds with a linear six‐carbon backbone, such as 2‐methylhexane C7H16, which is also called "isoheptane".
Hexanes are significant constituents of gasoline. They are all colorless liquids at room temperature, with boiling
points between 50 and 70 °C, with gasoline‐like odor. They are widely used as cheap, relatively safe, largely
unreactive, and easily evaporated non‐polar solvents.
Physical and Chemical Properties
The following properties are for n‐hexane, the major component.
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor: Gasoline‐like odor.
Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 0.66
pH: No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21°C (70°F): 100
Boiling Point: ca. 68°C (ca. 154°F)
Melting Point: ca. ‐95°C (ca. ‐139°F)
Vapor Density (Air=1): 3.0
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 150 @ 25°C (77°F)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): 9
Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. Heat will contribute to instability.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
May produce acrid smoke and irritating fumes when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to Avoid:
Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.
Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. AFFECTS THE
CENTRAL AND PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEMS.
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Health Rating: 3 ‐ Severe (Life)
Flammability Rating: 4 ‐ Extreme (Flammable)
Reactivity Rating: 2 ‐ Moderate
Contact Rating: 2 ‐ Moderate
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES; CLASS B
EXTINGUISHER
Storage Color Code: Red (Flammable)
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Potential Health Effects
The health hazards addressed are for the major component: n‐hexane.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of vapors irritates the respiratory tract. Overexposure may cause lightheadedness, nausea, headache,
and blurred vision. Greater exposure may cause muscle weakness, numbness of the extremities, unconsciousness
and death.
Ingestion:
May produce abdominal pain, nausea. Aspiration into lungs can produce severe lung damage and is a medical
emergency. Other symptoms expected to parallel inhalation.
Skin Contact:
May cause redness, irritation, with dryness, cracking.
Eye Contact:
Vapors may cause irritation. Splashes may cause redness and pain.
Chronic Exposure:
Repeated or prolonged skin contact may defat the skin and produce irritation and dermatitis. Chronic inhalation
may cause peripheral nerve disorders and central nervous system effects.
Aggravation of Pre‐existing Conditions:
Persons with pre‐existing skin disorders or eye problems or impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible
to the effects of the substance. May affect the developing fetus.
First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a
physician.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact:
Remove any contaminated clothing. Wipe off excess from skin. Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15
minutes. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally.
Get medical attention immediately.
Note to Physician:
BEI=2,5‐hexadione in urine, sample at end of shift at workweeks end, 5 mg/g creatine. Also, measure n‐hexane in
expired air. Analgesics may be necessary for pain management, there is no specific antidote. Monitor arterial blood
gases in cases of severe aspiration.
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Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Flash point: ‐21C (‐6F) CC
Autoignition temperature: 224C (435F)
Flammable limits in air % by volume:
lel: 1.1; uel: 7.5
Extremely Flammable Liquid and Vapor! Vapor may cause flash fire. Dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat
or flame.
Explosion:
Above flash point, vapor‐air mixtures are explosive within flammable limits noted above. Contact with oxidizing
materials may cause extremely violent combustion.Explodes when mixed @ 28C with dinitrogen tetraoxide.
Sensitive to static discharge.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH‐approved self‐contained breathing apparatus with
full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Water spray may be used to keep
fire exposed containers cool. Vapors can flow along surfaces to distant ignition source and flash back. Vapor
explosion hazard exists indoors, outdoors, or in sewers.
Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as
specified in Section 8. Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Contain
and recover liquid when possible. Use non‐sparking tools and equipment. Collect liquid in an appropriate container
or absorb with an inert material (e. g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a chemical waste container. Do
not use combustible materials, such as saw dust. Do not flush to sewer! If a leak or spill has not ignited, use water
spray to disperse the vapors, to protect personnel attempting to stop leak, and to flush spills away from exposures.
Handling and Storage
Protect against physical damage. Store in a cool, dry well‐ventilated location, away from direct sunlight and any
area where the fire hazard may be acute. Store in tightly closed containers (preferably under nitrogen
atmosphere). Outside or detached storage is preferred. Inside storage should be in a standard flammable liquids
storage room or cabinet. Separate from oxidizing materials. Containers should be bonded and grounded for
transfers to avoid static sparks. Storage and use areas should be No Smoking areas. Use non‐sparking type tools
and equipment. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues
(vapors, liquid); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
N‐Hexane [110‐54‐3]:
‐OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 500 ppm (TWA)
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‐ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 50 ppm (TWA), Skin
other isomers of hexane
‐ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 500 ppm (TWA),1000ppm (STEL)
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne
Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the
contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH
document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are not feasible, wear a supplied air, full‐facepiece
respirator, airlined hood, or full‐facepiece self‐contained breathing apparatus. Breathing air quality must meet the
requirements of the OSHA respiratory protection standard (29CFR1910.134).
Skin Protection:
Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to
prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and
quick‐drench facilities in work area.
Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
DANGER! EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. HARMFUL OR FATAL IF
SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. AFFECTS THE
CENTRAL AND PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEMS.
Label Precautions:
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Label First Aid:
Aspiration hazard. If swallowed, vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE. If vomiting occurs, keep
head below hips to prevent aspiration into lungs. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a
physician immediately. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. In all cases call a physician.
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