Hexyl nitrite, 95%

Name: Hexyl nitrite, 95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-011469

About Hexyl nitrite, 95%

Listed under CAS 638-51-7, Hexyl nitrite is an organic building block available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 95%. Its molecular formula is C6H13NO2 and its molecular weight is 131.17 g/mol. Common synonyms include n-Hexyl nitrite and Nitrous acid, hexyl ester.

It is supplied as a light yellow to yellow to orange liquid. Keep the material at 2–8 °C and protect it from moisture. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 mL and 500 mL packs, Hexyl nitrite is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Hexyl nitrite, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011469
CAS Number	638-51-7
IUPAC name	hexyl nitrite
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular weight	131.17 g/mol
Exact mass	131.0946
Purity / assay	95%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	SGRWGISGVDVSJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCON=O
PubChem CID	6365123

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow to orange liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	38.7 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312+H332Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Hexyl nitrite, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Hexyl nitrite, 95% is 638-51-7. It is also known as n-Hexyl nitrite, Nitrous acid, hexyl ester, Nitrous acid hexyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hexyl nitrite, 95%?

Hexyl nitrite, 95% has the molecular formula C6H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is hexyl nitrite.

Which grade and pack sizes of Hexyl nitrite, 95% can I order?

We supply Hexyl nitrite, 95% in (95%) grade, in 25 mL, 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Hexyl nitrite, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of Hexyl nitrite, 95% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Hexyl nitrite, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Hexyl nitrite, 95% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Hexyl nitrite, 95% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.