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2-Hexanol

Also known as: (+/-)-2-Hexanol, (RS)-2-hexanol, 1-methyl-1-pentanol, 2-HEXYL ALCOHOL, BUTYL METHYL CARBINOL, Hexan-2-ol, Hexanol-(2), MFCD00004585, Methylpentanol, N-BUTYLMETHYLCARBINOL, Pentanol, methyl-, UNII:9CDT0V6T4P, sec-Hexyl alcohol, methyl-n-amyl-carbinol, methylamyl alcohol, n-butyl methyl carbinol

2-Hexanol (CAS 626-93-7) 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 -23ºC, a boiling point of 139.7±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 46.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
626-93-7
Jingsj CID
J-31532-4
Molecular Formula
C6H14O
Molecular Weight
102.175 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-23ºC
Boiling Point139.7±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point46.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass102.104462
PSA20.23000
LogP1.75
Vapor Pressure2.6±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.414

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Hexanol?

The CAS number of 2-Hexanol is 626-93-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hexanol?

2-Hexanol has molecular formula C6H14O and molecular weight 102.175 g/mol.

Is 2-Hexanol hazardous?

2-Hexanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Hexanol?

For 2-Hexanol, Upstream Products: 2-Hexanone, N-hexane, 1-hexene; Downstream Products: 2-Bromohexane, 2-Ethyl-2-methylbutanoic acid, 2,2-dimethylbutanoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Hexanol (CAS 626-93-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-31532-4 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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