Hexanes, Optima™ for HPLC and GC, Fisher Chemical™

Description

High purity and versatile solvent suitable for HPLC, spectrophotometry, GC/MS, and pesticide residue analysis

• Mixture of hexanes where n-hexane content is ≥60%
• Screened for fluorescing and UV-absorbing contaminants to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
• Tested by GC-ECD to ensure minimum halogenated residue levels (≤10 ng/L) to demonstrate suitability for pesticide analysis and tested for GC/MS suitability
• Also meets ACS specifications
• Intended for research use only

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 92112-69-1
• Molecular Formula: C6H14
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 86.18
• MDL Number: MFCD02179311
• InChI Key: VLKZOEOYAKHREP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: n-hexane, esani, skellysolve b, gettysolve-b, hexyl hydride, hexan, dipropyl, heksan, hexanen, hexanes
• PubChem CID: 8058
• ChEBI: CHEBI:29021
• IUPAC Name: hexane
• SMILES: CCCCCC

• Melting Point: -95°C
• Absorbance: 1 AU max. at 195nm, 0.25 AU max. at 210nm, 0.07 AU max. at 220nm, 0.005 AU max. at 254nm
• Color: Colorless
• Density: 0.659g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 69°C
• Quantity: 1 L
• Flash Point: −95°C (−139°F)
• Identification: Pass test
• Packaging: Wide Neck Amber Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3740 to 1.3780
• Residue after Evaporation: 1ppm max.
• Assay Percent Range: 99.9% min by GC
• Vapor Pressure: 160mbar at 20°C
• Viscosity: 0.31 mPa/s at 20°C
• UN Number: 1208
• Water: 0.01% Max.
• Formula Weight: 86.18
• Grade: High purity mobile phase for HPLC and/or extraction solvent for GC applications
• Chemical Name or Material: Hexanes

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damage. Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. NFPA Health:2 Flammability:3 Instability:0
DOTInformation	DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

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