Hexylamine
Hexylamine is a straightforward primary fatty amine supplied as a general synthesis intermediate, and we want to be direct about one thing: its specific, documented end-use literature is genuinely thinner than for its close homologues in this part of our range, and we describe it at the level of confidence the evidence actually supports rather than borrow uses documented for other amines.
What Hexylamine is, and why buyers source it
A working overview of the compound's chemistry, its place in the aniline-derivative family, and the grades Chelora Chemicals keeps in regular supply.
Hexylamine is the straight-chain, six-carbon primary alkylamine, a simple building block in the fatty-amine family. We checked specifically for claims sometimes seen attached to this compound by analogy with related amines — a corrosion-inhibitor role, a rubber-chemical role, a flotation-reagent role — and could not independently confirm any of these specifically for hexylamine in the sources we reviewed; those uses are well documented for cyclohexylamine, di-n-butylamine, and diisopropylamine elsewhere in our range, but we did not find comparable sourcing for hexylamine itself, and we do not carry those claims over here.
What the sources do support is hexylamine's role as a general chemical intermediate — supplier literature documents several downstream derivatives (such as N-methylhexylamine and hexyl isocyanate) made from it, implying a broad intermediate role — and its sale as a laboratory and fine-chemical synthesis reagent. We present it at that level of documented confidence rather than attach it to a more specific industrial application we could not verify.
Where it fits in the synthesis chain
We supply Hexylamine itself as a general-purpose synthesis intermediate. We do not manufacture or supply any specific finished downstream product made from it.
Grades we supply
99%+ technical grade is the standard commercial offering.
How Hexylamine is made
An overview of the production route for orientation purposes. Our manufacturing partners' own process parameters and in-process controls are proprietary and are not disclosed beyond what is needed to interpret the certificate of analysis.
We were not able to confirm a specific, independently documented industrial production route for hexylamine itself from the sources checked during this research pass.
By analogy with the broader, well-documented fatty-amine industry (and the specifically confirmed routes for several related amines in this range), hexylamine is understood to be made industrially by catalytic reductive amination of 1-hexanol, or by hydrogenation of hexanenitrile, with ammonia and hydrogen over a metal catalyst.
We present this as the standard, expected route for this amine class rather than a route independently confirmed for this specific compound, and recommend treating it as such rather than a sourced fact.
Being honest about thinner documentation on this specific product
We'd rather say this plainly than pad the page with uses borrowed from related compounds. Corrosion-inhibitor, rubber-chemical, and flotation-reagent applications are well documented for cyclohexylamine, dibutylamine, and diisopropylamine elsewhere in our catalogue — but when we checked specifically for hexylamine, we could not independently confirm any of these three uses for this exact compound. We describe hexylamine's documented role as a general chemical intermediate and laboratory reagent, which is the level the evidence we found actually supports.
Industries and processes that use it
Hexylamine is consumed almost entirely as a synthesis intermediate. The four fields below account for most of the demand we see through our export desk.
General Chemical Intermediate
Documented as a building block for several downstream derivatives (such as N-methylhexylamine and hexyl isocyanate), implying a broad general-intermediate role.
Laboratory & Fine-Chemical Synthesis Reagent
Sold and used as a synthesis reagent in laboratory and fine-chemical contexts.
How the molecule is typically carried forward
Hexylamine's chemistry is the straightforward chemistry of a simple primary alkylamine: a nucleophilic nitrogen reactive toward a wide range of electrophiles.
N-Alkylation
The primary amine reacts with alkyl halides or similar alkylating agents to give secondary or tertiary amine derivatives such as N-methylhexylamine.
Isocyanate formation
Conversion to hexyl isocyanate via standard isocyanate-forming chemistry, documented as a downstream derivative of this compound.
Hexylamine against its near relatives
Hexylamine, Octylamine and Cyclohexylamine are the primary/alicyclic amines in this part of our range, with documentation quality varying meaningfully between them.
| Product | CAS Number | Typically Used In | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexylamine | 111-26-2 | General chemical intermediate; laboratory reagent | The product on this page. |
| Octylamine | 111-86-4 | General chemical intermediate | Also supplied -- see its product page. |
| Cyclohexylamine | 108-91-8 | Boiler-water corrosion inhibitor; rubber-accelerator intermediate | Also supplied -- see its product page. |
Exact physical constants and purity specifications are confirmed per batch on the certificate of analysis — treat the notes above as a sourcing guide rather than a specification sheet.
Safety classification at a glance
Based on GHS classification as commonly listed for this substance. This is a summary for orientation only — always work from the current safety data sheet supplied with your specific batch.
Flammable liquid and vapour.
Toxic if swallowed.
Toxic in contact with skin.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Causes serious eye damage.
Toxic if inhaled.
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Danger
No EU CLP Annex VI harmonised entry was located for this substance; the classification above reflects REACH-registrant self-classification data (cross-checked between IPCS INCHEM's ICSC card and an independent SDS aggregator): Flam. Liq. 3 (H226), Acute Tox. 3 across all three exposure routes (H301/H311/H331), Skin Corr. 1/Eye Dam. 1 (H314/H318), and Aquatic Chronic 3 (H412) -- signal word Danger. Since no harmonised entry exists, we recommend confirming the current self-classification on your specific supplier's SDS before relying on it for compliance purposes. IARC has not evaluated this substance. UN transport: UN 2734, Class 3, Subsidiary risk 8, Packing Group II.
Keeping it on spec between delivery and use
General storage guidance for this grade. Site-specific storage rules, segregation requirements and re-test intervals should follow your own EHS procedures and the MSDS issued with your batch.
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources and strong oxidisers, consistent with a flammable, corrosive, toxic-by-all-routes liquid. Full PPE including respiratory protection is recommended for all handling.
How it ships from Indonesia
Standard packing and export terms for this product. Confirm exact figures against your order — they vary slightly by destination and quantity.
What travels with every batch
Specification is agreed before the purchase order, not discovered on arrival. Every shipment of Hexylamine leaves with a documented, checkable paper trail.
Certificate of Analysis
Batch-wise assay (by GC), isomer purity, melting point range and moisture, issued against the agreed specification so your QC team can check it, not just file it.
Safety Data Sheet
GHS-format SDS in English covering hazard classification, handling, storage, first-aid and spill response for the exact grade shipped.
Technical Data Sheet
Reference physical and chemical properties, recommended storage and typical applications, for internal circulation to your process or R&D teams.
Certificate of Origin
Confirms Indonesian origin for customs clearance and any preferential-duty claim at your destination port.
Dangerous Goods Declaration
UN packing group, classification and shipper's declaration prepared ahead of loading so documentation never holds up customs.
Third-Party Inspection
Independent pre-shipment inspection and re-sampling can be arranged on request, at your cost, for buyers who require it as a matter of policy.
Frequently asked questions
What buyers most often ask our sales desk about this grade.
01What is Hexylamine used for?+
02What is the CAS number of Hexylamine?+
03What purity grades does Chelora Chemicals supply?+
04Is Hexylamine hazardous?+
05Is this used as a corrosion inhibitor or rubber chemical, like some of your other amines?+
06Does this compound have an established workplace exposure limit?+
07What packing options are available?+
08How long does delivery take?+
09Can I get a sample before placing a bulk order?+
10How is Hexylamine manufactured?+
11What is the shelf life, and how should it be stored?+
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