1-Hexanol
Also known as: Hexyl alcohol, n-Hexanol, n-Hexyl alcohol, Caproic alcohol, Caproyl alcohol, Hexan-1-ol, 1-Hexyl alcohol, 1-Hydroxyhexane, Epal 6, Exxal 6, FEMA 2567
1-Hexanol (CAS 111-27-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O and a molecular weight of 102.175 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −52 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 158.2±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 60.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 111-27-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-14337-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H14O
- Molecular Weight
- 102.175 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −52 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 158.2±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 60.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.104462 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 1.94 |
| Additional Property | 4.5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.9±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.416 |
| Additional Property | 6 g/L (25 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Cuong V Nguyen, et al. Surface potential of 1-hexanol solution: comparison with methyl isobutyl carbinol. J Phys Chem B. 2013 Jun 27;117(25):7615-20. [2]. M Canton, et al. The nature of uncoupling by n-hexane, 1-hexanethiol and 1-hexanol in rat liver mitochondria. Biochim Biophys Acta. 1996 May 20;1274(1-2):39-47. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905199090 |
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| Summary | 2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1-Hexanol?
The CAS number of 1-Hexanol is 111-27-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Hexanol?
1-Hexanol has molecular formula C6H14O and molecular weight 102.175 g/mol.
Is 1-Hexanol hazardous?
1-Hexanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Hexanol?
For 1-Hexanol, Upstream Products: Hexanal, Hexanoic acid, Methyl hexanoate; Downstream Products: Hexyl phenylacetate, 1-Bromohexane, 2-Bromohexane.
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