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2-(n-Hexyloxy)ethanol, 98%
Description
2-(n-Hexyloxy)ethanol is used as solvents in specialty printing inks and coalescing aids in surface coatings, coupling agent, rust remover, adhesives and surface cleaners.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
2-(n-Hexyloxy)ethanol is used as solvents in specialty printing inks and coalescing aids in surface coatings, coupling agent, rust remover, adhesives and surface cleaners.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol and ether, water (9.46 g/L ).
Notes
Store under inert gas. Air sensitive. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -42°C |
Density | 0.888 |
Boiling Point | 208°C |
Flash Point | 94°C (201°F) |
Refractive Index | 1.433 |
Linear Formula | CH3(CH2)5OCH2CH2OH |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN2922 |
Beilstein | 1734691 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in alcohol and ether,water (9.46g/L ). |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H302+H312-H314-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H314-H302-H312 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. |
Precautionary Statement | P260-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 8; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUIDS, TOXIC, N.O.S. |
EINECSNumber | 203-951-1 |
RTECSNumber | KL2450000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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