Can Cyclohexane be substituted with n-Hexane because both are C6 hydrocarbons?

No. Cyclohexane is cyclic C6H12, while n-Hexane is linear C6H14. Their boiling behavior, density, solvency, flash point and impurity profiles differ. A process qualified on Cyclohexane should specify CAS 110-82-7 and the applicable grade rather than substitute by carbon number.

Which specifications distinguish an industrial Cyclohexane grade?

Agree purity and method, benzene, methylcyclopentane, n-hexane, methylcyclohexane, total aromatics, sulfur, water, color, nonvolatile residue and distillation range. If Cyclohexane 999 or another standard is required, name the current standard and compare the batch COA using the same methods.

What should be confirmed for bulk Cyclohexane delivery?

State quantity, tank or drum requirement, destination, unloading method and any agreed cleanliness or previous-cargo controls. Confirm transport classification, packaging compatibility, seals and current SDS requirements for flammable-liquid transfer, grounding, ventilation and storage before scheduling delivery.

Cyclohexane CAS 110-82-7

Cyclohexane, CAS 110-82-7, is a cycloalkane used as a solvent and chemical-process feedstock. The required grade should be defined by the intended use and by assay, benzene, methylcyclopentane, water and distillation-range limits, with the test methods stated in the request.

CAS: 110-82-7
Synonyms: Cyclohexane, Hexahydrobenzene, Hexamethylene, Cyclohexyl hydride
Einecs: 203-806-2
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂
Grade: assay, benzene, methylcyclopentane, water, distillation range
Package: Confirm compatible sealed packaging, oxidation or static-control needs and dangerous-goods transport conditions.

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Product Description

1 Product Identity and Specification

2 Applications and Grade Selection

3 Storage and Packaging

4 Safety and Documentation

Product Identity and Specification

Item	Information to Confirm
Product Name	Cyclohexane
CAS Number	110-82-7
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₂
Molecular Weight	84.16 g/mol
Material Type	Industrial solvent
Grade / Key Specifications	assay, benzene, methylcyclopentane, water, distillation range
Available Form	Confirm against the current specification and offered form
Documents	Current COA, TDS and SDS for the offered grade

Applications and Grade Selection

Cyclohexane is evaluated for industrial solvent and chemical-processing applications. Grade selection should be based on assay, benzene, methylcyclopentane, water, distillation range and application testing, not on a generic purity, grade or performance claim.

For related cyclohexane-based industrial intermediates, see Cyclohexanone and Cyclohexylamine.

Storage and Packaging

Confirm compatible sealed packaging, oxidation or static-control needs and dangerous-goods transport conditions.

Safety and Documentation

Review the current SDS before handling Cyclohexane. Confirm hazards, PPE, incompatibilities, emergency measures, transport classification and receiving-site controls for the exact supplied form; the product page is not a substitute for lot and shipment documents.

FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
Can Cyclohexane be substituted with n-Hexane because both are C6 hydrocarbons?

A: No. Cyclohexane is cyclic C6H12, while n-Hexane is linear C6H14. Their boiling behavior, density, solvency, flash point and impurity profiles differ. A process qualified on Cyclohexane should specify CAS 110-82-7 and the applicable grade rather than substitute by carbon number.
Q:
Which specifications distinguish an industrial Cyclohexane grade?

A: Agree purity and method, benzene, methylcyclopentane, n-hexane, methylcyclohexane, total aromatics, sulfur, water, color, nonvolatile residue and distillation range. If Cyclohexane 999 or another standard is required, name the current standard and compare the batch COA using the same methods.
Q:
What should be confirmed for bulk Cyclohexane delivery?

A: State quantity, tank or drum requirement, destination, unloading method and any agreed cleanliness or previous-cargo controls. Confirm transport classification, packaging compatibility, seals and current SDS requirements for flammable-liquid transfer, grounding, ventilation and storage before scheduling delivery.

Ordering & Documentation

Key information for document requests, quotations, and supply planning.

Documents

COA, TDS, SDS/MSDS and packing details are available on request.

Quotation

Send the CAS number, grade, quantity, packing preference and destination.

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