Product Name: Hexanesulfonic Acid
Synonyms: 1-Hexanesulfonic acid, Perlaurylsulfonic acid
CAS Number: 1424-63-9
Recommended Use: Ion-pair reagent for HPLC, chemical synthesis
Supplier Details: Chemical supplier address, customer service and emergency contact telephones required
Emergency Information: Emergency phone number for chemical incident response
Classification: Corrosive to metals, serious eye damage, skin irritation, specific organ toxicity after single exposure
GHS Label Elements: Danger; Corrosive pictogram, exclamation mark for irritation
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; May cause respiratory irritation; Harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, wash hands after handling, wear protective gear, store locked up, dispose according to legislation
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye contact
Chemical Name: Hexanesulfonic Acid
Purity: ≥98%
Molecular Formula: C6H14O3S
Molecular Weight: 166.24 g/mol
Impurities: Limited to trace organic by-products, water content typically below 1%
Other Components: No hazardous impurities above disclosure thresholds
Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if breathing difficulties follow
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately, rinse skin with running water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical advice
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, get medical help
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if conscious, seek urgent medical care
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, redness, pain or blistering at contact sites, risk of serious eye injury
Advice to Physicians: Symptomatic and supportive therapy, treat severe exposure as caustic ingestion or contact
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Not Suitable: Water jets may spread product, avoid splashing contaminated runoff
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic and irritating fumes including sulfur oxides and carbon oxides when heated
Protective Equipment: Firefighters require self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-resistant protective clothing
Special Precautions: Move containers away from fire if safely possible, prevent fire-fighting waters from entering sewers
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate area, avoid dust or vapor formation, prevent contact with skin or eyes
Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, gloves, protective suit, if needed a respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, waterways, soil
Methods for Clean-Up: Absorb spillage with inert material like sand or earth, transfer to container for disposal, clean area with water
Decontamination: Flush residue with plenty of water away from sensitive surfaces
Handling: Handle in a well-ventilated space, avoid breathing vapors, prevent contact with skin, eyes, clothing, do not eat or drink in working area
Technical Measures: Use local exhaust ventilation where dust or fumes may develop
Storage Conditions: Keep tightly sealed in original container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated environment, away from sources of heat, avoid storing near incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers or bases
Storage Temperatures: Store at room temperature, avoid temperatures above 30°C or below 5°C for prolonged periods
Packaging Materials: Use corrosive-resistant containers, label properly
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits specific to hexanesulfonic acid
Engineering Controls: Work under fume hood or use local exhaust, maintain eyewash and safety shower nearby
Respiratory Protection: Use properly fitted respirator if dust or fumes are generated
Hand Protection: Impervious gloves such as nitrile rubber
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Lab coat or chemical-resistant apron, closed footwear
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, do not smoke, eat or drink during use
Appearance: White crystalline or powdery solid
Odor: Mild characteristic or slightly pungent
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Strongly acidic in water solution (pH <1 at concentration 10 g/L)
Melting Point: 54-58°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not applicable under normal conditions
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Non-flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not available
Solubility: Freely soluble in water and alcohols
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: Above 150°C
Viscosity: Not determined
Density: 1.38 g/cm³ at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to high heat, open flames, direct sunlight, incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong bases, strong oxidizers, reducing agents, cyanides, sources of ignition
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, carbon oxides, possibly hydrogen sulfide under reducing conditions
Polymerization: Not expected to occur
Potential Health Effects: Significant eye and skin irritation possible, severe damage on prolonged or repeated exposure
Acute Toxicity: Data limited; oral LD50 (rat) estimated >200 mg/kg
Irritation Data: Strongly irritant to eyes and mucous membranes, skin contact can cause corrosive burns
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure can lead to dermatitis, eye injuries; no evidence of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity in available data
Sensitization: Not reported as a skin or respiratory sensitizer
Aquatic Toxicity: Moderately toxic to aquatic organisms, mainly due to acidification
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to biodegrade over time, but acidification impact can persist
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low; does not tend to accumulate in biota
Mobility in Soil: High mobility, mixes easily with water, may leach to groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills may lower water pH, harming aquatic life
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose through approved hazardous waste contractor, follow local, regional and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, treat as hazardous unless thoroughly decontaminated
Environmental Precautions: Avoid chemical release to drainage systems or open environment
Special Considerations: Neutralize acid with lime or sodium bicarbonate before disposal, protect personnel during neutralization
UN Number: UN2586
Proper Shipping Name: Alkylsulphonic acids, liquid
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive)
Packing Group: II (moderate hazard)
Hazard Label Required: Corrosive substance label
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as marine pollutant under current regulations
Special Precautions for User: Secure containers, check for leaks, carry appropriate emergency instructions
Transport Requirements: Comply with ADR, DOT, IMDG, IATA shipping instructions for corrosives
OSHA Status: Classified as hazardous based on corrosivity
SARA Title III: Not listed in Section 302, 304 or 313
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH Status: Registration required according to EU chemical regulations
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Included
Labeling in Accordance with GHS: Corrosive, harmful if swallowed, eye damage, avoid exposure, PPE required
Other Regulations: All handling as per chemical hygiene and workplace safety protocols, special permit needed for bulk transport in some jurisdictions
