English name: 1-Hexanol
CAS number: 111-27-3
Molecular formula: C6H14O
Molecular weight: 102.17
EINECS number: 203-852-3
MDL No. : MFCD00002982
Stats
Melting point -52 °C (lit.)
Boiling point 156-157 °C (lit.)
Density 0.814 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Vapor density 4.5 (vs air)
Vapor pressure 1 mm Hg (25.6 °C)
FEMA2567 | HEXYL ALCOHOL
Refractive index n20/D 1.418(lit.)
Flash point 140 °F
There are no restrictions on storage conditions.
ethanol: soluble(lit.) Ethanol: soluble(lit.)
Liquid form
Acidity coefficient (pKa)15.38±0.10(Predicted)
The color is Clear colorless
Relative polarity 0.559
The Odor is Sweet; mild.
The Odor Threshold was 0.006ppm
herbal fragrance
explosive limit 1.2-7.7%(V)
Water solubility 6 g/L (25 ºC)
JECFA Number91
Merck14, 4697
BRN969167
Stable. Substances to be avoided include strong acids, strong oxidizing agents. Combustible.
LogP1.8
Safety information
hazard symbol (GHS)GHS hazard pictogramsGHS hazard pictograms
GHS02,GHS07
Warning word
Hazard Description H226-H302+H312-H319
Precautions P210-P233-P280-P301+P312-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338
Dangerous goods mark Xn
Danger category code 22
Safety instructions 24/25
Dangerous Goods Transport Code UN 2282 3/PG 3
WGK Germany1
RTECS number MQ4025000
Spontaneous combustion temperature 559 °F
TSCAYes
Danger level 3
Packaging Category III
Customs Code 29051900
Toxicity LD50 oral in rat: 720mg/kg