2,5-Hexanediol
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2,5-Hexanediol
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CAS No:
2935-44-6
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Formula:
C6H14O2
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Chemical Name:
2,5-Hexanediol
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Synonyms:
2,5-Hexanediol;Diisopropanol;2,5-Dihydroxyhexane;NSC 3699
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CAS No:
Description
clear colorless to light yellow viscous liquid
COLOURLESS LIQUID.
Hexane-2,5-diol is a glycol that is hexane substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 2 and 5. It is a glycol and a secondary alcohol. It derives from a hydride of a hexane.
Characteristics
40.5
0.62 (estimated)
COLOURLESS LIQUID.
0.97 g/cm3
-9 °C
216 °C
101°C
1.445
Solubility in water: freely soluble
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.1
490 °C
The vapour is heavier than air.
Safety Information
NONH for all modes of transport
3
R22:Harmful if swallowed. R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin .
S26-S36-S37/39
MO2275000
Xn
Separated from oxidants. Ventilation along the floor.
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
H302-H315-H319-H335
Combustible. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with oxidants.
|Warning|H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]|P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P312, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P312, P321, P330, P332+P313, P337+P313, P362, P403+P233, P405, and P501|Aggregated GHS information provided by 44 companies from 4 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.
Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
Separated from oxidants. Ventilation along the floor.
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached.
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The vapour is irritating to the upper respiratory tract and eyes. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. This may result in neuropathy. The effects may be delayed.
The substance may have effects on the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system. This may result in degeneration of the nerves.
NO open flames. NO contact with oxidizing agents. See Chemical Dangers
Use ventilation.
Protective gloves.
Wear safety spectacles.
Drug Information
Fresh air, rest. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
2,5-hexanediol
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion, through the skin and by inhalation.
Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation behind the breastbone.
Redness. Pain.
Computed Properties
Molecular Weight:118.17
XLogP3:0.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count:2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count:2
Rotatable Bond Count:3
Exact Mass:118.099379685
Monoisotopic Mass:118.099379685
Topological Polar Surface Area:40.5
Heavy Atom Count:8
Complexity:46.5
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count:2
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:1
Compound Is Canonicalized:Yes