Hexane (n-Hexane)
- Aliphatic solvents
- CAS 110-54-3
- IUPAC: n-Hexane
GHS H361 (reproductive toxicity Cat 2 — suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child). California Prop 65 listed for male reproductive harm. Chronic inhalation can cause peripheral neuropathy. Very low flash point (−22°C) — extremely flammable. Use with adequate ventilation.
n-Hexane is a light aliphatic hydrocarbon solvent (C6) used in aerosol degreasers and cleaning products for its fast evaporation and low residue. It is a component of naphtha and petroleum distillate fractions. The primary health concern is chronic peripheral neuropathy from repeated inhalation and its reproductive toxicity classification (H361, Prop 65 listed). Flash point of −22°C makes it highly flammable.
Health & environment profile
- VOC
- yes
- Prop 65 listed
- yes
- Asthmagen
- no
- EPA Safer Choice
- no
- Aquatic toxicity
- no
- Biodegradable
- yes
- Bioaccumulative
- no
- Persistent
- no
- Ozone depleting
- no
- Microplastic
- no
- PFAS
- no
- Env. score
- 3/5
3 products contain this
CRC 5037 White Lithium Grease (10 oz aerosol)Prop 65white-lithium-grease
Gumout Professional Formula Mass Air Flow Sensor CleanerProp 65maf-sensor-cleaner
Johnsen's 4721 Mass Air Flow Sensor CleanerProp 65maf-sensor-cleaner
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