Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Hexanal, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A16265.36
500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Hexanal, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A16265.36
500 g, Each
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Catalog number: A16265.36
also known as A16265-36
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
66-25-1
IUPAC Name
hexanal
Molecular Formula
C6H12O
InChI Key
JARKCYVAAOWBJS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCCCCC=O
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Form
Liquid
Assay (GC)
≥97.5%
Free acid (titration)
≤1.5%

Description

Hexanal is used in the flavor industry to prepare fruity flavors. It is utilized as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It is also used in Witting and aldol reactions.

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.

Applications
Hexanal is used in the flavor industry to prepare fruity flavors. It is utilized as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It is also used in Witting and aldol reactions.

Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, ethyl ether, acetone, benzene and water.

Notes
Air sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases and strong reducing agents. Store in a cool place.
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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Flammable liquids
    Category 3
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
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    Warning

    Hazard Statements

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    Physical Hazards

    H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor

    Precautionary Statements

    P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

    P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention

    P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention