Hexyl Alcohol | High Purity Aliphatic Alcohol

Description

Hexyl Alcohol (1-Hexanol) is a colorless liquid aliphatic alcohol with a mild, slightly floral odor. It is widely used in industrial chemical synthesis, personal care formulations, and fragrance applications. Due to its excellent solvency and compatibility, Hexyl Alcohol is an essential ingredient in esters, plasticizers, lubricants, and coatings. It is also utilized in food flavoring, cosmetics, and agrochemical formulations.

Applications of Hexyl Alcohol:

1. Food & Beverage Industry

• Flavoring Agent: Used in food flavor formulations for its mild floral notes.
• Solvent for Food Additives: Helps dissolve certain ingredients in food and beverage products.
• Beverage Additive: Used in trace amounts in alcoholic beverages and soft drinks.

2. Fragrance & Perfumery

• Fine Fragrances: Enhances floral, fruity, and fresh perfume compositions.
• Personal Care Products: Used in shampoos, body washes, and deodorants.
• Soap & Detergents: Improves fragrance longevity in cleaning products.
• Air Fresheners & Home Fragrances: Adds a fresh, slightly floral scent to household products.

3. Industrial & Manufacturing Applications

• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Used in the production of flexible plastics and coatings.
• Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Component in specialty lubricants for industrial machinery.
• Coatings & Adhesives: Used as an intermediate in the formulation of paints and adhesives.
• Solvent for Specialty Chemicals: Found in agrochemicals, herbicides, and chemical synthesis.

4. Agriculture & Animal Feed

• Pesticides & Agrochemicals: Component in eco-friendly pesticides and plant protection formulations.
• Animal Feed Additive: Used in select livestock nutrition products.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
• Keep in tightly sealed containers away from heat, direct sunlight, and strong oxidizers.
• Maintain storage temperature below 25°C for optimal stability.

Handling Instructions:

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
  • Wear protective gloves, safety goggles, and a face mask when handling to avoid irritation.
  • Avoid direct skin or eye contact as the product is highly concentrated and pungent.
• Ventilation:
  • Handle in a well-ventilated area or under an appropriate fume hood to avoid inhaling fumes.
• Spill Management:
  • In case of spills, use absorbent materials like sand or cloth to clean up immediately.
  • Avoid water, as it can spread the product and worsen the spill area.
• First Aid:
  • Skin Contact: Wash immediately with plenty of soap and cool water. Avoid hot water, as it may intensify irritation.
  • Eye Contact: Rinse eyes thoroughly with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
  • Inhalation: Move to fresh air immediately. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
• Warnings:
  • Do not ingest.
  • Keep away from children and pets.

Safety

• Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid and vapor.
• Inhalation Risk: May cause irritation to the respiratory system.
• First Aid: In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. If inhaled, move to fresh air.