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2-Hexanol (sec-Hexyl Alcohol) 98% / 99% CAS No. 626-93-7 Industrial & Pharmaceutical Grade
2-Hexanol, available in 98% and 99% concentrations, is produced via advanced hydroformylation of 1-pentene followed by hydrogenation, or through the oligomerization of ethylene and subsequent oxidation . It features excellent solvency power, moderate evaporation rate, and a characteristic winey, fruity, fatty odor . As a secondary alcohol with a six-carbon chain, it is widely used as a solvent in industrial formulations, a chemical intermediate for organic synthesis, a perfuming agent in fragrance applications, and a reagent in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing . Its high purity and consistent quality make it ideal for critical applications requiring precise solvent properties. Each batch is rigorously tested using GC analysis to ensure consistent quality meeting industrial and pharmaceutical standards.
Scope of Application
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Used as a solvent in industrial coatings, paints, and cleaning formulations, providing excellent solvency for organic compounds ;
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Acts as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyestuffs ;
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Functions as a perfuming agent in fragrance formulations, contributing winey, fruity, and fatty notes ;
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Widely applied as a raw material and intermediate in the synthesis of esters, plasticizers, and surfactants ;
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Serves as a solvent and emulsifier in various industrial processes and formulations ;
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Used in the production of 2-hexanone (methyl butyl ketone) through oxidation reactions ;
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Acts as a laboratory reagent for organic synthesis, chromatography, and analytical chemistry applications.
Product Features
2-Hexanol is manufactured using advanced hydroformylation and fractionation technologies, ensuring consistent quality and precise purity control. The product features excellent solvency for a wide range of organic compounds, oils, and resins, with a boiling point of 136-139°C providing optimal evaporation characteristics for solvent and synthesis applications . Its molecular weight of 102.17 g/mol and specific gravity of 0.81-0.814 g/mL at 20°C offer predictable handling properties . The product exhibits limited miscibility with water (13 g/L at 25°C) while being completely miscible with ethanol, ether, and most organic solvents .
Packaging and Transportation
Available in epoxy-lined steel drums (160kg-170kg), IBC totes, and ISO tanks;
Available in smaller containers including 100mL, 250mL, 500mL, 1L, 2.5L, and 20L packaging options with glass or epoxy-lined steel ;
Customized packaging options available upon request to meet specific customer requirements;
Classified as flammable liquid (Class 3), comply with all transportation safety regulations including UN2282 classification with Packing Group III ;
Safety and Storage
✦ The product should be stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse and kept away from kindling and heat sources.
✦ It should be stored separately from oxidants and acids, and is prohibited to mix them in storage.
✦ The warehouse should be equipped with corresponding varieties and quantities of fire-fighting equipment.
✦ The storage area should be equipped with emergency treatment equipment for leakage and appropriate containment materials.
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