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NORMAL HEXANOL [1 record]

Record 1 2011-03-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
C6H14O
formula, see observation
CH3(CH2)4CH2OH
formula, see observation
111-27-3
CAS number
DEF

A colorless liquid derived by reducing ethyl caproate or from olefins by the Oxo process that is used in pharmaceuticals (introduction of hexyl group into hyponotics, antiseptics, perfume esters, etc.), as a solvent, plasticizer and intermediate for textiles.

OBS

hexan-1-ol: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) for the systematic name corresponding to the CAS number indicated on the present record.

OBS

n-: This abbreviation (of "normal") must be italicized.

OBS

Also known under the following commercial designations: Epal 6; UN 2282.

OBS

Chemical formula: C6H14O or CH3(CH2)4CH2OH

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C6H14O
formula, see observation
CH3(CH2)4CH2OH
formula, see observation
111-27-3
CAS number
OBS

hexan-1-ol : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée) pour le nom systématique correspondant au numéro CAS indiqué sur la présente fiche.

OBS

n- : Cette abréviation (de «normal») s'écrit en italique.

OBS

Formule chimique : C6H14O ou CH3(CH2)4CH2OH

Spanish

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