n-Hexane Merck

n-Hexane Merck – Cat. No. 104371 (SupraSolv for GC, C₆H₁₄)

A colorless, volatile, highly flammable organic solvent designed for gas chromatography (GC).

🔹 Physical and Chemical Properties:

• Chemical formula: CH₃(CH₂)₄CH₃
• Molar mass: 86.18 g/mol
• Boiling point: ~69 °C
• Density: ~0.66 g/cm³ (20–25 °C)
• Flash point: ~–22 °C
• Flammability limits: 1.0–8.1% (vapor in air)
• Solubility in water: Very low (~0.0095 g/L)
• Stability: Stable under normal conditions, may oxidize on exposure to air/light

🔹 Uses:

• Standard solvent for gas chromatography (GC)
• Extraction and preparation of organic samples
• Separation of non-polar organic compounds
• Research laboratories for volatile organic compounds

⚠️ Safety Notes:

• Highly flammable
• May affect respiratory system; harmful if ingested
• Irritant to skin and central nervous system; may cause dizziness and drowsiness
• May damage fertility or organs with prolonged exposure
• Very harmful to the environment, especially aquatic life