Industrial grade,98% 1-Hexanol CAS 111-27-3

Product Overview

n-Hexanol (1-hexanol) is a straight-chain saturated C6 alcohol — a clear, colorless liquid with a mild, slightly fruity odor and the formula CH₃(CH₂)₅OH. It is an established industrial intermediate, produced by ethylene oligomerization, oxo synthesis or natural-oil routes, and is consumed mainly as the alcohol feed of ester plasticizers such as dihexyl phthalate (DHP).

The same hydroxyl chemistry serves four more industries: as a solvent for resins, lacquers and inks; as a green-note raw material of fruit flavors and perfumery (FEMA 2567); and as a feedstock for surfactants, lubricants and oilfield defoamers. A simple six-carbon alcohol with a remarkably broad industrial footprint.

A single alcohol, four core value propositions:

Plasticizer & Ester Intermediates:

● the alcohol feed of dihexyl phthalate and other ester plasticizers, lubricants and additives;

Solvents & Process Chemicals:

● a solvent for resins, lacquers, inks and oils, plus oilfield and electronic-cleaning applications;

Flavors &Fragrances :

● a green/fruity flavor and fragrance raw material

Surfactants & Specialty:

● a feedstock for surfactants, textile auxiliaries and analytical reagents.

Product Information (Quick Facts)

Chemistry & Grades

n-Hexanol is the fully linear member of the hexanol family: a six-carbon chain ending in a primary hydroxyl group. The primary alcohol reacts cleanly in esterification (with phthalic, adipic and other acids), ethoxylation, halogenation and dehydration — the reactions that convert it into plasticizers, surfactants and intermediates. Its balanced volatility (boiling point ≈ 157 °C) and low water solubility make it easy to handle in standard equipment.

Key Features & Benefits

● Clean primary-alcohol reactivity: esterifies, ethoxylates and reacts reliably in plasticizer and surfactant synthesis.

● Balanced solvent properties: dissolves resins, lacquers, inks, oils and nitrocellulose with moderate evaporation.

● Recognizable flavor value: a GRAS-listed green/fruity flavor raw material (FEMA 2567) for food and fragrance use.

● Multi-industry reach: one alcohol serving plasticizers, coatings, flavors,surfactants and oilfield chemistry.

Main Applications

1 Plasticizer & Ester Intermediates (Core Application)

n-Hexanol is the alcohol backbone of a family of ester products:

● Dihexyl phthalate (DHP): plasticizer for PVC and other polymers;

● Adipate and sebacate esters: low-temperature and general-purpose plasticizers;

● Lubricant esters: hexyl esters as base fluids and additives for specialty lubricants;

● Ester intermediates: esters for coatings, cosmetics and process chemistry.

2 Solvents & Process Chemicals

● Coatings and inks: solvent for resins, alkyds, nitrocellulose and printing inks;

● Cleaning: degreasing and electronic-component cleaning solvent;

● Oilfield chemicals: defoamer and solvent component in drilling and production fluids;

● Extraction and processing: solvent for oils, waxes and natural resins.

3 Flavors, Fragrances & Pharmaceuticals

● Flavoring: green, fruity and floral notes in food flavorings (FEMA 2567, FDA GRAS);

● Fragrance: fresh, green top note in perfumery and household fragrances;

4 Surfactants & Specialty Applications

● Surfactant intermediates: ethoxylation and sulfation feed for specialty surfactants;

● Textile auxiliaries: softener and finishing components;

● Analytical reagent: standard and solvent in laboratory analysis;

● Specialty chemicals: intermediate for agrochemicals, dyes and fine chemicals.

Packaging, Storage

Packaging (customizable):

● 160 kg / 200 kg HDPE drum or galvanized iron drum, 1,000 L IBC, or ISO tank for bulk;

Storage:

● Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat and ignition sources;

● Keep containers tightly closed to prevent evaporation and contamination;

● Store away from strong oxidizers and acids (flammable liquid, flash point ≈ 60 °C);

● Recommended storage temperature 5 °C – 35 °C.

Why Choose Jinan Future Chemical Co., Ltd.?

● Factory-direct supply: own production capacity, transparent pricing, no middleman markup;

● Stable quality: strict internal control, every batch tested, COA with every shipment;small trial orders accepted.

● Export experience: familiar with sea/air shipping documentation for chemical commodities,

FAQ

Q1: What is n-hexanol used for?

n-Hexanol is used mainly as the alcohol feed of ester plasticizers such as dihexyl phthalate and lubricant esters. It is also a solvent for resins, lacquers and inks, a green/fruity flavor and fragrance raw material (FEMA 2567), and a feedstock for surfactants and oilfield chemicals.

Q2: What is the difference between n-hexanol and the other hexanol isomers?

n-Hexanol (1-hexanol) is the straight-chain primary alcohol — the most reactive and most widely used isomer. 2- and 3-hexanol are secondary alcohols with different reactivity, and branched hexanols have different boiling points and solvency. For esterification, flavor and pharmaceutical use, the straight-chain primary n-hexanol is the standard choice.

Q3: Is n-hexanol safe to handle?

n-Hexanol has low acute toxicity but is a flammable liquid (flash point ≈ 60 °C) that can irritate skin, eyes and the respiratory tract; high vapor exposure may cause headache and drowsiness. Use gloves, goggles and adequate ventilation, and keep it away from ignition sources. It is an industrial chemical;