N-Hexen - Pure

About N-Hexen - Pure

N-Hexene (commonly referring to 1-Hexene) is a linear alpha-olefin with the chemical formula CH. It is a colorless, volatile liquid with a mild hydrocarbon odor. As a terminal alkene, it contains a double bond at the first carbon position, making it highly reactive and valuable as an intermediate in various industrial chemical processes.

It is widely used in the petrochemical industry, particularly as a co-monomer in polymer production, and as a building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals such as plasticizers, surfactants, and lubricants.

Key Specifications

• Chemical Name: 1-Hexene (N-Hexene)
• Molecular Formula: CH
• Molecular Weight: 84.16 g/mol
• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Mild hydrocarbon smell
• Purity: 99% (typical for industrial/chemical grade)
• Boiling Point: 6364C
• Density: 0.67 g/cm at 20C
• Flash Point: -22C (highly flammable)
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents

Applications

1. Polymer Industry

• Used as a co-monomer in polyethylene production (HDPE, LLDPE)
• Improves flexibility, toughness, and impact resistance of plastics

2. Chemical Intermediates

• Raw material for aldehydes, alcohols, and acids
• Used in manufacturing plasticizers and resins

3. Detergents & Surfactants

• Intermediate for synthetic detergents
• Used in producing linear alkylbenzene (LAB)

4. Lubricants

• Base material for synthetic lubricants and additives

5. Specialty Chemicals

• Used in pharmaceutical intermediates
• Important in agrochemical formulations

Function

• Acts as a reactive alpha-olefin for polymerization
• Serves as a chain modifier in polymer chemistry
• Functions as a building block in organic synthesis
• Enhances branching control in polyethylene production

Benefits

• Improves polymer properties (strength, flexibility, durability)
• High reactivity enables versatile chemical synthesis
• Efficient co-monomer for advanced plastics
• Low density & volatility for easy processing
• Wide industrial usability across petrochemical sectors

Safety & Handling (Important)

• Highly flammable handle away from heat/sparks
• Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, ventilated area
• Use proper PPE (gloves, goggles)
• Avoid inhalation and prolonged exposure