Hexane ACS Reagent Grade

Product Overview

Hexane ACS Reagent Grade is a highly purified, saturated hydrocarbon widely utilized in rigorous laboratory analysis and specialized industrial extraction procedures. This aliphatic solvent (CAS 110-54-3) is recognized for its highly stable molecular structure of C6H14 — having a molecular weight of 86.18. Due to its exceptional purity and non-polar characteristics, it functions as an ideal medium for dissolving hydrophobic substances, fats, and oils without introducing unwanted contaminants or reactive byproducts. This specific grade undergoes stringent testing to meet the standards set by the American Chemical Society, ensuring consistent performance.

Our Hexane ACS Reagent Grade is carefully packaged to maintain its purity profile from our facility to your laboratory or production line. As a highly volatile liquid with a low boiling point, it facilitates rapid evaporation and efficient recovery in solvent extraction processes. Industries ranging from polymer synthesis to standard laboratory spectroscopy rely on this high-purity solvent to prevent baseline noise, chemical interference, or reaction inhibition. Alliance Chemical distributes this product in multiple packaging configurations (see our Hydrocarbons Collection), providing flexible volumes for facilities of all sizes while adhering to strict quality control standards.

Why This Grade

Selecting ACS Reagent grade hexane is critical for applications where trace impurities could compromise analytical results or delicate industrial processes. Standard technical or commercial grades of hexane often contain variable amounts of isomers, sulfur compounds, or water, which can interfere with UV-vis spectroscopy, gas chromatography, or precision organic synthesis. In contrast, ACS Reagent grade guarantees minimum tolerances for these impurities, ensuring that the baseline remains clear and the solvent behaves predictably under sensitive conditions.

Using an incorrect, lower-purity grade can lead to severe operational failure modes, including the poisoning of expensive noble metal catalysts in synthesis loops, or the introduction of persistent residues in extracted target compounds. For analytical laboratories, sub-standard solvents cause drift in chromatography baselines, false positives during pesticide residue testing, and reduced instrument lifetime. Utilizing this specified ACS Reagent grade minimizes calibration drift and prevents costly process downtime, making it the necessary standard for high-accuracy operations.

Industrial Applications

• Solvent extraction of non-polar compounds, natural oils, and specialty lipids from organic materials in industrial processing facilities and standard laboratories.
• Liquid chromatography and spectrophotometric analysis, serving as a carrier solvent where high UV transmittance and minimal residue are absolutely required for instrument calibration.
• Formulation of specialized adhesives, glues, and industrial sealants, where controlled evaporation rates and strong non-polar solubility characteristics are critically essential.
• Medium for catalytic polymerization reactions in polymer manufacturing, providing a highly inert hydrocarbon environment that does not interfere with active metal catalyst complexes.
• Precision cleaning and degreasing of sensitive electronic components, aerospace hardware, and delicate scientific instruments where water-based cleansers fail to dissolve organic films.

Hazmat & Shipping

This product is classified as regulated for transport and must be handled in strict accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. Hexane ACS Reagent Grade is shipped under UN1208, Hazard Class 3, Packing Group II, with the proper shipping name HEXANES. The designated signal word for this material is DANGER. Due to its high flammability and potential toxicity hazards, including risk of aspiration (H304) and systemic organ toxicity (H373), all shipments are managed by certified hazardous materials carriers. The GHS pictograms are not applicable based on current canonical definitions.

When handling this regulated substance, operators must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as dictated by GHS guidelines and H-codes. This includes chemical-resistant nitrile or Viton gloves to prevent skin contact (H315), splash goggles or face shields, and flame-retardant laboratory coats. If ventilation is inadequate to keep vapors below exposure limits, respiratory protection equipped with organic vapor cartridges is required to prevent inhalation hazards (H336).

Handling & Storage

Store Hexane ACS Reagent Grade in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, ideally between 59°F and 86°F (15°C to 30°C), away from direct sunlight and any potential ignition sources. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use to prevent vapor loss and atmospheric moisture contamination. This liquid is highly incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, such as chlorine, fluorine, and concentrated nitric acid, which can cause violent reactions. Ensure all transfer equipment is properly grounded and bonded to prevent static discharge, and utilize compatible container materials such as stainless steel, glass, or fluoropolymer-lined drums.

Order & Documentation

We provide comprehensive technical documentation for all shipments to ensure full regulatory compliance and process integration. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is provided with every order to assist your safety team in implementing correct facility protocols. For detailed batch analysis, a Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available upon request for every lot shipped. To procure this high-purity solvent, please contact our Texas-based team to Request a Quote or visit our document portal to Download the SDS.

Why Buy from Alliance Chemical

Since 1997, Alliance Chemical has supplied premium industrial chemicals from Taylor, Texas under CAGE Code 1LT50, with a COA and SDS included on every order. For industrial use only.