Hexane Technical Grade

Product Overview

Hexane Technical Grade is a colorless, volatile straight-chain alkane with the formula C₆H₁₄, commonly used as a non-polar solvent in a broad range of industrial and laboratory applications. With a typical assay purity of 99.7% by GC-FID or ACS titration equivalence, this hydrocarbon offers consistent performance for extraction, cleaning, and analytical workflows. The material exhibits a low viscosity (0.36 cP at 25°C) and a relatively high vapor pressure (approximately 160 mmHg at 20°C), enabling efficient solvent transfer and rapid evaporation when used under controlled conditions. The refractive index at 20°C is about 1.375, and the density at 25°C is 0.660 g/mL, supporting reliable solvent-volume calculations for formulation and analytical procedures.

The product is intended for technical grade applications where non-polar solvent properties are essential, including pharmaceutical extraction, degreasing of metal parts, and as a mobile phase component in analytical methods such as HPLC. The solvent’s properties are maintained under inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and degradation, ensuring consistent performance across manufacturing and research environments. It is supplied with purity and impurity profiles aligned to technical grade specifications to support reproducible results in QA/QC workflows.

Key Properties

• Property Name: Chemical Formula
• Chemical Formula: C₆H₁₄
• Molecular Weight: 86.18 g/mol
• Boiling Point (range): 68.7 - 69.1 °C
• Specific Gravity (20°C): 0.655 – 0.660 (typical 0.657)
• Density (25°C): 0.660 g/mL
• Vapor Pressure (20°C): 160 mmHg
• Viscosity (25°C): 0.36 cP
• Refractive Index (20°C): 1.375
• Flash Point: 11°C (52°F)
• Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
• Appearance: Colorless liquid
• Odor: Characteristic hydrocarbon odor

Common Applications

• Application Category: Solvent for Extraction — Used as a solvent for the extraction of essential oils and active pharmaceutical ingredients in pharmaceutical manufacturing, providing non-polar solvation for hydrophobic compounds.
• Industrial Cleaning: Cleaning Agent — Degreasing metal parts and machinery in equipment maintenance, with rapid evaporation to minimize residue.
• Analytical Chemistry: HPLC Mobile Phase — Component of mobile phase formulations for analytical separations requiring non-polar solvent characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Chemical Intermediate — Employed as a non-polar reactant medium or dehydration medium in certain synthetic steps.
• Laboratory Solvent: Research Applications — General-purpose solvent in laboratory protocols where low polarity and volatility are advantageous.

Safety Precautions

Handling and storage should conform to standard industrial hygiene practices for highly flammable liquids. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames in containers made of HDPE or glass. Use appropriate PPE, including chemical-resistant gloves and splash-proof goggles, and minimize exposure by using engineering controls such as fume hoods or good ventilation. Ensure containers are tightly closed when not in use and avoid prolonged air exposure to limit oxidation and evaporation losses.

In case of exposure, follow established emergency procedures: in case of skin contact, wash with soap and water; in case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly with water for several minutes and seek medical attention if irritation persists; if inhaled, move the exposed person to fresh air and consult medical personnel if symptoms occur; if ingested, do not induce vomiting and seek medical advice. Transportation follows UN 1208, Hexane, Class 3, Packing Group II, with hazards clearly labeled.

Benefits

✔ High Purity Technical Grade – Meets or exceeds 99.0% assay with typical 99.7% and robust impurity control ensuring reliable analytical and process performance.
✔ Predictable Solvent Properties – Narrow boiling range, low viscosity, and stable density enable precise solvent handling and formulation.
✔ Broad Applicability – Suitable for pharmaceutical extraction, metal cleaning, HPLC mobile phases, and general laboratory solvent needs.
✔ Standards Aligned – Meets Technical Grade specifications; SDS-driven safety data supports compliant use in industrial settings.