Description

1-Hexene is a fundamental linear α-olefin monomer with the CAS number 592-41-6, serving as a critical building block in polymer chemistry and organic synthesis. Its terminal double bond provides high reactivity, making it an essential co-monomer for tailoring the properties of polyethylene and other polyolefins. This chemical is vital for manufacturers in the plastics, synthetic lubricants, and specialty chemicals industries seeking to modify density, flexibility, and performance characteristics.

Application

• Primary co-monomer in the production of Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE).
• Intermediate in the synthesis of synthetic lubricants, plasticizers, and surfactants.
• Key raw material for manufacturing flavor and fragrance compounds such as hexanal and hexanol.
• Used in organic synthesis as a alkylating agent and for cross-metathesis reactions.
• Component in the production of detergent alcohols (via hydroformylation to heptanal).
• Employed in research and development for catalyst testing and polymerization studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexene
CAS No.	592-41-6
Molecular Formula	C6H12
Molecular Weight	84.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Hex-1-ene; α-Hexylene; Butyl ethylene; 1-C6; 1-Hexylene; n-Hex-1-ene; Hexene-1
EINECS	209-753-1

Quality Control

Our 1-Hexene is manufactured under stringent process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including gas chromatography (GC) and other relevant methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when not in use to prevent evaporation and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	0.673 - 0.679
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.387 - 1.391
Peroxide Value	≤ 1.0 meq/kg

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.