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n-Hexyl acetate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L06342.AU
1000 mL, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

n-Hexyl acetate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L06342.AU
1000 mL, Each
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Catalog number: L06342.AU
also known as L06342-AU
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
142-92-7
IUPAC Name
hexyl acetate
Molecular Formula
C8H16O2
InChI Key
AOGQPLXWSUTHQB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCCCCCOC(C)=O
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay (GC)
≥98.5%
Comment
Specification differs for U.S. and non-U.S. material where indicated
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms (non-U.S. specification)
Refractive Index
1.4075-1.4105 @ 20°C

Description

n-Hexyl acetate exhibits antimicrobial activity and can be used to improve the safety of minimally processed fruits. It is a fruity smelling fluid used as flavoring agent or in perfumes. It is a green leaf volatile from cabbage Brassica oleracea var. capitata L. It is used as plasticizers.

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
n-Hexyl acetate exhibits antimicrobial activity and can be used to improve the safety of minimally processed fruits. It is a fruity smelling fluid used as flavoring agent or in perfumes. It is a green leaf volatile from cabbage Brassica oleracea var. capitata L. It is used as plasticizers.

Solubility
Soluble in alcohol, ether. Insoluble in water.

Notes
Store at 4°C. Store in a cool, dry conditions in well sealed container. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Flammable liquids
    Category 3
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    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