(S)-hex-5-en-2-ol

Also known as: (S)-(+)-5-hexen-2-ol, (2S)-hex-5-en-2-ol, 5-hexen-2-ol, (2S)-, (+)-(S)-hex-1-en-5-ol, (S)-5-hexene-2-ol, (S)-(+)-2-hydroxyhex-5-ene, MFCD03701537

(S)-hex-5-en-2-ol (CAS 17397-24-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O and a molecular weight of 100.15900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 140.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.83 g/cm3 and a flash point of 48.6ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 17397-24-9
Jingsj CID: J-37412-9
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O
Molecular Weight: 100.15900 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

Request MSDS / TDS

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	140.1ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	0.83 g/cm3
Flash Point	48.6ºC
Exact Mass	100.08900
PSA	20.23000
LogP	1.33340
Vapor Pressure	2.58mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.4320(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

FlammableSignal word: Warning

H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (S)-hex-5-en-2-ol?

The CAS number of (S)-hex-5-en-2-ol is 17397-24-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-hex-5-en-2-ol?

(S)-hex-5-en-2-ol has molecular formula C6H12O and molecular weight 100.15900 g/mol.

Is (S)-hex-5-en-2-ol hazardous?

(S)-hex-5-en-2-ol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-hex-5-en-2-ol?

For (S)-hex-5-en-2-ol, Upstream Products: 5-Hexen-2-one, ch3cho, 5-bromo-1-pentene; Downstream Products: 2-Methyltetrahydropyran, 6-phenyl-2-hexanone, 2,5-Dibromohexane.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(S)-hex-5-en-2-ol (CAS 17397-24-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-37412-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.