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n-Hexanoic acid

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Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
n-Hexanoic acid
Product Code
36634
Chemical Name
Hexoic acid

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Overview

n-Hexanoic acid (CAS: 142-62-1 ) is a not determined substance .

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Category 3 H311
Acute Tox. Category 3 H331
Skin Corr. Category 1B H314
Eye Dam. Category 1 H318
Acute Tox. Category 4 H302

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS06 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Acute toxicity hazard - Poisonous materials that can cause death or serious harm

GHS06

GHS05 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Corrosive hazard - Materials that can cause severe skin burns and eye damage

GHS05

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H331: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dusts or mists.
  • P301+P330+P331: If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/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.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

📍

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

🌍

US

📞

800-343-0660

📠

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Emergency Contact

📞

(800) 343-0660

🕒

During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST)

Carechem 24

📞

(866) 928-0789

🕒

After normal business hours

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

General Composition

Substances

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Hexoic acid
EC: 205-550-7
142-62-1 100% ✓ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Symptoms:

Toxic if inhaled.

🖐️ Skin Contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Symptoms:

Causes severe skin burns. Toxic in contact with skin.

👁️ Eye Contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Symptoms:

Causes serious eye damage.

🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing

Seek medical treatment.

Symptoms:

Harmful if swallowed.

🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required

No further relevant information available.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

📊 Relative Density
Not determined.
💨 Boiling Point
202-203 ℃ (396-397 ºF)
Critical Property
👁️ Appearance
Not determined
🧪 Physical State
Liquid
Critical Property
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
2 Vol %
🔥 Flash Point
104 ℃ (219 ºF)
Critical Property
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Physical State Data
liquid
💨 Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
💨 Vapor Pressure
<0.01 hPa (<0 mm Hg)
📊 Form
Liquid
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
👃 Odor
Not determined
🧊 Melting Point
-4 °℃ (25 °F)
Critical Property
📊 Properties Status
Not available
💧 Solubility
Not determined
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
🧪 Ph
Not determined.
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
📊 Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
📊 Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
📊 Odor Threshold
Not determined.
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
🎨 Colour
Not available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
📊 Solubility In Water
Not determined
📊 Vapor Density
Not determined.
⚖️ Density
0.929 g/cm3 (7.753 lbs/gal)
Critical Property
🔥 Flammability
Not determined.
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
10 Vol %
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

🧤 Hand Protection

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined.

👁️ Eye Protection

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection. Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

😷 Respiratory Protection

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (USA) or CEN (EU).

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Transportation & Shipping Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements

🏷️ UN Number

UN2829

📦 Proper Shipping Name

CAPROIC ACID

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

8

📋 Packing Group

III

🚛 ADR Transport Precautions

Warning: Corrosive substances

🚢 IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions

Warning: Corrosive substances

✈️ IATA Air Transport Precautions

Warning: Corrosive substances

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for n-Hexanoic acid?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of n-Hexanoic acid?

n-Hexanoic acid is a liquid appearing as not determined . It has not determined odor.

What is the solubility of n-Hexanoic acid?

Not determined

What are the hazard statements for n-Hexanoic acid?

This substance has 4 hazard statements: H302: Harmful if swallowed. H311: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H331: Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.

What is the melting point of n-Hexanoic acid?

The melting point is -4 °℃ (25 °F) and the boiling point is 202-203 ℃ (396-397 ºF).