Hexanoic acid
CAS Number142-62-1
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight116.16 g/mol
Hexanoic acid
What is Hexanoic acid?
Hexanoic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 142-62-1. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3(CH2)4COOH
Molecular Weight
116.16 g/mol
Assay/Purity
99%
Boiling Point
202-203 °C(lit.)
Density
0.927 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Solubility
H2O: slightly soluble
diethyl ether: easily soluble
ethanol: easily soluble
Safety Information
GHS05
GHS06Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H302-H311 + H331-H314
Precautionary Statements
P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, Goggles, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Melting Point
−4 °C(lit.)
EC Number
205-550-7
WGK Germany
1