Product Name: 1-Hexanol
Synonyms: Hexan-1-ol, n-Hexanol, Hexyl alcohol
Chemical Formula: C6H14O
CAS Number: 111-27-3
Recommended Use: Organic solvent, laboratory chemical, flavoring agent, industrial intermediate
Supplier/Manufacturer Details: Contact company safety officer or industrial supplier
Emergency Phone Number: Local poison control, fire department, or company emergency line
Classification: Flammable Liquid (Category 3), Acute Toxicity Oral (Category 4), Skin Irritant (Category 2), Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure (Category 3, narcotic effects)
Label Elements: Pictograms show exclamation mark, flame
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, may cause drowsiness or dizziness, harmful if swallowed, flammable liquid and vapor
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat and open flame, wear protective gloves/eye protection, avoid breathing vapors
Chemical Name: 1-Hexanol
Concentration: >99%
Impurities/additives: Low amounts of other C6 alcohol isomers or water (trace)
Other Hazardous Components: None identified at significant concentration
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms persist, give oxygen in severe cases
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, medical care if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, keep rinsing eyes, consult doctor
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth, consult physician, provide symptomatic treatment
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, dizziness, nausea, headache, central nervous system depression
Advice to Physicians: Symptomatic treatment, ensure normal respiration, monitor for aspiration
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2, water spray to cool containers
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct jet of water
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air, containers may rupture if heated, combustion releases COx
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Firefighting Instructions: Remove containers from fire zone if safe, use water spray to cool surfaces, avoid inhaling fumes
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ventilate, prevent exposure, use suitable protective gear
Environmental Procedures: Prevent entry into sewers or water systems, use containment methods
Methods for Clean-Up: Absorb spill with inert material (sand, earth), collect in container, dispose of following local regulations, ventilate area after cleanup
Additional Information: Eliminate ignition sources, use nonsparking tools
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation, ground all equipment, avoid inhaling vapor or contact with skin or eyes, wash thoroughly after use
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from heat, sparks, open flame, oxidizers, acids
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids
Special Precautions: Keep container upright and secure, use explosion-proof electrical equipment where necessary
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA, NIOSH, or ACGIH limit specifically for 1-hexanol, monitor exposure as recommended for similar alcohols
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, closed system handling, eye wash stations, safety showers
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), splash-proof goggles, chemical apron or lab coat, flame-retardant clothing for large-scale operations
Respiratory Protection: Organic vapor respirator during high exposures or spill cleanup
Hygiene Measures: No eating, drinking, or smoking in work area, wash hands and face after handling
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Mild, alcoholic odor
Boiling Point: 157 °C (315 °F)
Melting Point: -45 °C (-49 °F)
Flash Point: 62 °C (144 °F, closed cup)
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 285 °C (545 °F)
Vapor Pressure: 0.44 mmHg (20 °C)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents
Density: 0.814 g/cm³ (20 °C)
Viscosity: 6.31 mPa·s (20 °C)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than ether
pH: Neutral (7) for aqueous solution
Explosive Limits: 1.2% (lower), 7.7% (upper) in air
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers; can generate heat and fumes
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes with combustion
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, open flames, sparks, incompatible chemicals
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Irritation of eyes and skin, respiratory tract irritation, drowsiness, nausea, headache
Chronic Effects: Possible skin dryness or cracking, prolonged central nervous system depression
Oral LD50: 1,700 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50: >1,200 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalation LC50: Not well-established
Sensitization: Not expected to be a skin or respiratory sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No relevant data
Reproductive Toxicity: No relevant data reported
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms at high concentrations, LC50 (fish, 96h): 100–220 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable, expected to degrade in the environment
Bioaccumulation: Low potential for bioaccumulation (log Kow: 1.8–2.0)
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility, may leach into groundwater in large spills
Other Adverse Effects: Toxic to aquatic life in large quantities, not expected to deplete ozone or contribute to global warming directly
Waste Treatment Methods: Handle as hazardous waste, use licensed chemical disposal facility, incineration preferred method
Container Disposal: Rinse and dispose of in accordance with local and federal regulations, do not reuse
Regulatory Waste Codes: Check local lists for applicable hazardous waste identification
Environmental Release: Do not allow undiluted or large quantities to reach sewage or water systems
UN Number: UN 2282
Proper Shipping Name: Hexanol, 1-Hexanol
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Label Requirements: Flammable liquid label
Special Transport Precautions: Keep container tightly closed, away from strong oxidizers and ignition sources, transport in compliance with local regulations
OSHA: Hazardous chemical under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed in the US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory
SARA Title III: Not subject to CERCLA/SARA Section 302/304/313 reporting for release
California Prop 65: Not listed as carcinogen or reproductive toxicant
REACH (EU): Registered substance, safety data sheet required
Canada (DSL): Listed on the Domestic Substances List
Other Regulations: Comply with all applicable international, national, regional and local regulations for storage, handling, transport, and disposal
