3-Hexanol
| Section 1. Identification | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 3-Hexanol | CAS No. | 623-37-0 |
| Synonyms | 3-hexanol; 1-ethylbutanol | Chinese Name | 3-已醇 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H4O | Molecular Weight | 102.1748 |
| UN No. | 2688 | Data Source | PubChem (NIH/NLM) |
| GHS Hazard Classification | |
|---|---|
| Signal Word | WARNING |
| Pictograms | GHS02 · Flammable |
| Hazard Statements | H226 |
| Precautionary Statements | P210P233P240P241P242P243P280P303+P361+P353P370+P378P403+P235P501 |
| Contents | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 2 | Hazards Identification | Section 9 | Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Section 11 | Toxicological Information | ||
Section 2. Hazards Identification
H226 (100%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303+P361+P353, P370+P378, P403+P235, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)
Aggregated GHS information provided per 162 reports by companies from 3 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory.
Information may vary between notifications depending on impurities, additives, and other factors. The percentage value in parenthesis indicates the notified classification ratio from companies that provide hazard codes. Only hazard codes with percentage values above 10% are shown. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Clear colorless liquid; [Aldrich MSDS]
colourless liquid
133.00 to 135.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
131-135 °C
16.1 mg/mL at 25 °C
slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol and acetone; soluble in ether in all proportions
(in ethanol)
0.818-0.822 (20 °C)
4.81 [mmHg]
1.414-1.418
EU Flavoring substances
FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT -> FDA Substance added to food
Fragrance Ingredient (3-Hexanol) -> IFRA transparency List
Solvents -> Alcohols (<C12)
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Neurotoxin - Acute solvent syndrome
Disclaimer: This information is compiled for reference only and does not replace the manufacturer's official Safety Data Sheet. Always consult the supplier's SDS before handling any chemical.
