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Hexamethylene oxide (CAS 592-90-5)

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Alternate Names:
Oxacycloheptane
CAS Number:
592-90-5
Molecular Weight:
100.16
Molecular Formula:
C6H12O
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Hexamethylene oxide, characterized by its colorless appearance and characteristic smell, is a flammable liquid. It exhibits solubility in water, ethanol, and diethyl ether. It shares chemical traits with other cyclic ethers, notably its propensity to engage in ring-opening reactions. It is a compound with diverse potential, finding uses in fields like materials science and petrochemistry. Among its notable applications, Hexamethylene oxide serves as a fundamental component for constructing innovative substances like polymers and copolymers. Additionally, it′s used as a solvent and a medium for reactions within the petrochemical industry.


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Hexamethylene oxide, 1 g

sc-279191
1 g
$82.00

Hexamethylene oxide, 5 g

sc-279191A
5 g
$306.00