2-hexanol
2-hexanol
- 626-93-7
- C6H14O
- 99%MIN
2-Hexanol (or hexan-2-ol) is a six carbon alcohol in which the OH group is located on the second carbon atom. Its chemical formula is C6H14O or C6H13OH. It is an isomer of the other hexanols. 2-Hexanol has a chiral center and can be resolved into two different enantiomers.
Description
2-Hexanol (or hexan-2-ol) is a six carbon alcohol in which the OH group is located on the second carbon atom. Its chemical formula is C6H14O or C6H13OH. It is an isomer of the other hexanols. 2-Hexanol has a chiral center and can be resolved into two different enantiomers.
Basic Info
| Chemical Name | sec-Hexyl alcohol |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | 5-hexane-1-ol;methyl-hexanol;1-methyl-1-pentanol;methylamyl alcohol;3-Fluoronorepinephrine;hexan-2-ol; |
| CAS No. | 626-93-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O |
| Molecular Weight | 102.17500 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 1.55740 |
Properties
| Appearance & Physical State | colourless liquid |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.81 |
| Boiling Point | 139ºC |
| Melting Point | -23ºC |
| Flash Point | 41ºC |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.414(lit.) |
| Stability | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Mixtures with air may be explosive. |
| Storage Condition | Flammables area |
Safety Info
| Hazard Class | 3.2 |
|---|---|
| Safety Statements | S16 |
| Packing Group | III |
| RIDADR | UN 2282 3/PG 3 |
| Risk Statements | R10 |
| Hazard Codes | Xn; Xi |
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