HEXYL ALCOHOL- ▸ Solvents: Solvent for fats, waxes, dyes, and paints
- ▸ Plasticizers: Intermediate for plasticizer esters
- ▸ Fragrances: Raw material for perfume esters
- ▸ Textile & leather: Finishing-agent intermediate
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →1-Hexanol (CAS 111-27-3), also called n-hexyl alcohol, is a primary aliphatic C6 alcohol. It is used as a solvent for fats, waxes, dyes, and paints, as an intermediate for plasticizers and perfume esters, and in textile and leather finishing.
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU):
- EC number: 203-852-3
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prisorine® 3700 (1-hexanol) used for?
1-Hexanol (n-hexyl alcohol, CAS 111-27-3) is a primary C6 aliphatic alcohol used as a solvent for fats, waxes, dyes, and paints, and as an intermediate for plasticizer esters and perfume esters. It also serves in textile and leather finishing-agent chemistry.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of 1-hexanol?
The CAS number is 111-27-3 and the molecular formula is C6H14O. It is a six-carbon primary alcohol (n-hexyl alcohol). Each shipment ships with a CoA and SDS stating the lot identity.
Is 1-hexanol an alcohol or an acid?
It is a primary aliphatic alcohol, not an acid. The hydroxyl group sits on a terminal carbon of a straight C6 chain, which is why it functions as a solvent and an esterification feedstock.
What is the HS code for 1-hexanol for import/export?
1-Hexanol falls under HS 2905.19 (other saturated monohydric alcohols). For DOT/IMDG transport it is classified under UN 2282 (hexanols). Confirm the exact tariff line with your customs broker for the destination country.
What bulk packaging and quantities are available for 1-hexanol?
RawSource supplies industrial-grade 1-hexanol in drums, IBC totes, and bulk to manufacturers. Pricing is volume-dependent; request a bulk quote with your target quantity and packaging, and a CoA and SDS are provided with each order.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of 1-Hexanol (n-Hexanol)?
1-Hexanol (n-Hexanol) (CAS 111-27-3) is subject to U.S. TSCA Inventory requirements; supplying it into the EU requires valid REACH registration ((EC) No 1907/2006). RawSource cannot verify a third-party supplier's registrations — buyers should require documented TSCA and REACH compliance for their jurisdiction and volume (EC 203-852-3).
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