n-Hexane

Properties

n-Hexane is a highly flammable, colorless, volatile liquid with a gasoline-like odor. The water/odor threshold is 0.0064 mg/L and the air/odor threshold is 230 875 milligram per cubic meter.

Uses

n-Hexane is a chief constituent of petroleumether, gasoline, and rubber solvent. It is used as a solvent for adhesives, vegetable oils,and in organic analysis, and for denaturingalcohol.