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Hexane hydrocarbon fluid supplier in Europe
high-purity grade for oil seed extraction and industrial applications.

High-purity hexane hydrocarbon fluid is the industry standard solvent for oil seed extraction, rapeseed, sunflower, soybean and other oil-bearing crops, and is also used across adhesives, cleaning and industrial process applications requiring a very light, high-purity hydrocarbon carrier. The supplied sales specification guarantees n-hexane min 44 wt%, total paraffins min 75 wt%, aromatic content max 0.001 wt% and a boiling range of 65–70 °C. No flash point is stated in the specification, with an IBP of 65 °C and dominant n-hexane content, this is a highly flammable liquid requiring full SDS review before any ordering, transport or site handling discussion.

Three items must be resolved before any commercial discussion for this grade: first, flash point and GHS/ADR classification from the current SDS, this is a highly flammable liquid with an estimated flash point well below 0 °C. Second, n-hexane OEL assessment against actual use conditions and local regulations, with a minimum content of 44 wt%, this is not optional. Third, for oil seed extraction, food contact, GMP documentation and regional industry standard certification must be confirmed at quotation stage, as these depend on the specific supply route.
Oil seed extraction, the primary application for this grade, where total paraffin content (min 75 wt%) and purity are the key performance parameters.
Aromatic content max 0.001 wt%: among the tightest purity specifications available in a hexane-range hydrocarbon fluid.
n-Hexane min 44 wt%: dominant component. OEL assessment required before any workplace approval or use.
Flash point not stated, SDS first. Highly flammable liquid with full GHS/ADR classification and handling implications.
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Comparing with lighter or heavier options? See the heptane dearomatized fluid page, the 60–95 S page or the isoparaffinic solvents page.

Market realitySpec snapshotOil seed extractionGrade fitRequest quote
Hexane hydrocarbon fluid
Oil seed extraction grade
n-Hexane min 44 wt%
Aromatics max 0.001 wt%
Highly flammable, SDS required

Market reality

What serious buyers resolve before the price discussion for hexane hydrocarbon fluid

For extraction buyers: documentation and certification come first. For industrial buyers: flash point classification and n-hexane OEL review come first. Price is the second conversation, not the first.

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Flash point classification
No flash point is stated in the supplied sales specification. With an IBP of 65 °C and n-hexane as the dominant component, this grade has a flash point well below 0 °C and is an ADR Class 3 highly flammable liquid. Full GHS classification, transport packaging group and site handling rules must be confirmed from the current SDS before any ordering or logistics discussion.
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n-Hexane OEL assessment
The specification guarantees n-hexane at minimum 44 wt%. n-Hexane has a specific occupational exposure limit and a well-documented chronic neurotoxicity profile at sustained high exposures. A formal OEL assessment against actual ventilation, usage pattern and local regulations is required before any workplace approval. The current SDS provides the starting point for that assessment.
03
Extraction certification
For oil seed extraction applications, food contact compliance, GMP manufacturing certification and regional industry standard documentation are typically required before approval. These depend on the specific supply route and must be confirmed at quotation stage, not assumed from the product name or general grade description.
04
Supply route and availability
This is a high-demand commodity solvent with significant seasonal and regional supply dynamics, particularly for extraction season. Buyers in the oil processing sector typically work with lead times and forward commitments rather than spot-only sourcing. Early commercial validation avoids the most common causes of supply gaps.

At a glance

Sales specification snapshot guaranteed values from the supplied specification document

Unlike the heptane grade, which is based on typical data, this hexane fluid page is built from a sales specification with guaranteed minimum and maximum limits. These are the values the supplied product must meet, not indicative properties.

Boiling range65–70 °CIBP min 65, DP max 70: 5 °C window.
n-Hexanemin 44 wt%Guaranteed minimum: assess vs OEL.
Total paraffinsmin 75 wt%Key extraction performance parameter.
Aromaticsmax 0.001 wt%Exceptional purity: food contact grade.

Technical snapshot

Current sales specification snapshot guaranteed limits

These are guaranteed specification limits from the supplied sales specification document, not typical data. The current specification and SDS must still be requested at quotation stage as the governing documents for procurement and approval.

Appearance
Bright & Clear
Aromatic content
max 0.001 wt%
Benzene content
max 5 mg/kg
Bromine index
max 30 mg/100g
Color, Saybolt
min +30
Cyclohexane
max 4 wt%
n-Hexane
min 44 wt%
Total paraffins
min 75 wt%
Flash point
Not stated in supplied spec
Non-volatile matter
max 10 g/m³
Sulfur content
max 1 mg/kg
Initial boiling point
min 65 °C
Dry point
max 70 °C
Flash point not stated: with IBP 65 °C and n-hexane min 44 wt%, this grade is a highly flammable liquid well below 0 °C flash point. Confirm GHS classification, ADR Class 3 transport category and all handling requirements from the current SDS.

n-Hexane OEL: minimum 44 wt% n-hexane requires formal occupational exposure assessment before any workplace use. The current SDS provides the guidance needed for that assessment.

Cyclohexane: controlled at max 4 wt%. Note REACH Annex XVII Entry 57 relevance for cyclohexane ≥0.1 wt%.

Oil seed extraction

Hexane for oil seed extraction what extraction buyers need to know and confirm

Oil seed extraction is the largest application for hexane hydrocarbon fluid in Europe. The grade is used as the primary extraction solvent for rapeseed, sunflower, soybean, cottonseeds and other oil-bearing crops in continuous extraction processes. Total paraffin content is the key performance driver, not just aromatic purity.

Performance
Total paraffins, the extraction driver
High total paraffin content (min 75 wt% in the supplied specification) is the primary driver of effective oil seed extraction performance. The paraffin fraction governs solubility, miscella behaviour and recovery efficiency. Aromatic purity and benzene content are purity requirements, total paraffins are the performance specification.
Food contact
GMP and food contact certification
Oil seed extraction requires food contact compliance, GMP manufacturing certification and regional food industry standard approval. These are not blanket product claims, they depend on the specific supply route, terminal and current certification status. Buyers must request and verify the applicable documentation at quotation stage before any extraction use.
Supply logistics
Extraction season and forward planning
Oil seed extraction is seasonal and volume-intensive. European rapeseed and sunflower harvest seasons create peak demand windows. Extraction processors typically work with forward supply agreements rather than purely spot purchasing. Early commercial discussion, before the extraction season, gives access to better supply continuity and more realistic route planning.
For extraction enquiries specifically: state the crop type, approximate annual volume and extraction plant location at the start of the discussion. Food contact, GMP and regional certification documentation requirements vary by destination country and extraction equipment manufacturer. Getting this information into the first enquiry avoids the most common source of delay in extraction supply discussions.
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Grade fit

When hexane hydrocarbon fluid makes sense and when it does not

This grade is the correct choice when the application specifically requires a hexane-range solvent with guaranteed n-hexane and paraffin composition, and where the flash point, OEL and documentation requirements have been assessed and are manageable for the intended use.

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Choose this grade when
The application is oil seed extraction, a hexane-specific adhesive or cleaning process, or another industrial use where the 65–70 °C boiling range, n-hexane composition and paraffin content are all part of the process specification.
02
Consider heptane grade instead when
A slightly heavier boiling range (94–99 °C), lower n-hexane content or different composition profile is preferred, for example in processes where the lower flash point of hexane creates handling or approval challenges that a heptane-range grade avoids.
03
Consider isoparaffinics instead when
A fully isoparaffinic structure is required for solvency or regulatory reasons, or when the n-hexane OEL constraint in the intended workplace environment makes a hexane-based solvent impractical regardless of ventilation controls.
04
Always verify
Flash point and GHS classification, n-hexane OEL assessment, extraction certification requirements and transport logistics must all be confirmed before any approval or ordering decision. Grade name alone is never sufficient.

Buying checklist

What serious buyers check before sending an RFQ or opening internal approval

Flash point, n-hexane OEL and, for extraction, food contact certification are the three items that most frequently determine the pace of approval for this grade.

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    Has the flash point been confirmed from the SDS? No flash point is stated in the supplied specification. With an IBP of 65 °C and n-hexane as the dominant component, GHS classification and ADR Class 3 transport requirements must be confirmed before any ordering, logistics or site handling discussion.
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    Has the n-hexane OEL been formally assessed? The specification guarantees a minimum of 44 wt% n-hexane. n-Hexane has a specific OEL and chronic neurotoxicity profile. A formal assessment against actual use conditions, ventilation and local regulations is required before any workplace approval, not just a label check.
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    For extraction: has the food contact and GMP certification been requested? Extraction buyers need current food contact documentation, GMP manufacturing certification and regional industry standard compliance confirmation. These are route-specific and must be requested at quotation stage.
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    Is the cyclohexane content relevant to the application? The specification limits cyclohexane to max 4 wt%. For applications where cyclohexane content matters, or where REACH Annex XVII Entry 57 (cyclohexane ≥0.1 wt%) is relevant, this should be noted in the enquiry.
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    Is the supply route and volume timing realistic? For extraction processors: forward planning with volume commitments gives better supply continuity than spot-only purchasing, particularly around harvest season peak demand periods.
Adjacent discussions: for lighter options or lower n-hexane content profiles, the 60–95 S (n-hexane max 2 wt%) or heptane fluid (heavier boiling range) may be more appropriate. For a fully isoparaffinic alternative where n-hexane OEL constraints make hexane-based solvents impractical, see the isoparaffinic solvents page.

Why Alcoris

Why buyers involve Alcoris instead of relying on generic product pages

A useful first response for hexane hydrocarbon fluid must address flash point, OEL, extraction certification and supply logistics simultaneously, not in separate follow-up rounds.

Documentation
SDS, spec and extraction certification together
For a grade where flash point classification, n-hexane OEL and food contact or GMP documentation all drive the approval timeline, getting the right documentation into the first response is the most valuable service, not a follow-up.
Supply routes
European sourcing and forward planning
Alcoris works with European supply routes and can support both spot requirements and forward supply discussions, relevant for extraction processors who need seasonal continuity, not just one-off sourcing.
Execution
Practical route review including ADR logistics
For a highly flammable liquid at extraction volumes, transport classification, tank logistics and packaging format are not cosmetic choices. They affect cost, feasibility and whether the supply route is practically executable for your site and destination.

FAQ

Questions buyers ask before sending an enquiry or starting internal approval

What is the difference between hexane hydrocarbon fluid and pure n-hexane?
Hexane hydrocarbon fluid is a high-purity mixed hydrocarbon grade with n-hexane as the dominant component, not chemically pure n-hexane. The specification guarantees n-hexane minimum 44 wt%, total C6 content typically above 99 wt%, and total paraffins minimum 75 wt%. It is defined by its composition profile and boiling range, not by a single-component purity. For oil seed extraction, total paraffin content is the performance driver, the grade is not selected purely on n-hexane content alone.
Is hexane hydrocarbon fluid suitable for oil seed extraction?
Yes, it is the standard industrial extraction solvent for rapeseed, sunflower, soybean and other oil crops. Key performance parameters are total paraffin content (min 75 wt%) and purity. Food contact compliance, GMP certification and regional industry standard documentation must be confirmed at quotation stage, as these depend on the specific supply route. Extraction buyers should include crop type, volume and plant location in the initial enquiry.
What are the n-hexane OEL implications for this grade?
n-Hexane has a specific occupational exposure limit and a well-documented chronic neurotoxicity profile at sustained high exposures. With a guaranteed minimum of 44 wt% in this grade, formal OEL assessment against actual use conditions, ventilation, usage patterns and local regulations is required before any workplace approval, not just a review of the product label. The current SDS provides the starting point for that assessment.
Why is no flash point stated in the specification?
The supplied sales specification does not include a flash point value. With a boiling range starting at 65 °C and dominant n-hexane content, this grade is a highly flammable liquid with a flash point well below 0 °C. GHS classification, ADR Class 3 transport requirements and all site handling rules must be confirmed from the current SDS before any commercial logistics or site handling discussion proceeds.
Can it be supplied in bulk, IBC and drums?
Yes, depending on volume, route and current supply position. For extraction use, bulk supply is typically the only practical format at commercial volumes. For industrial non-extraction use, IBC and drums are available subject to ADR transport classification and site handling practicalities. All logistics details are confirmed at quotation stage.
Do you provide food contact and GMP certification for extraction use?
Yes, current food contact regulatory documentation and GMP certification can be shared during the quotation process, subject to the specific supply route. This documentation is route-dependent, not a blanket product claim, and must be confirmed at quotation stage. Buyers should state their extraction application and destination country at the start of the enquiry.

Send an enquiry

Hexane hydrocarbon fluid enquiry
for price, current specification, SDS and route review.

For extraction enquiries: include crop type, approximate annual volume and plant location. For all enquiries: the SDS and current sales specification are the first documents to request, alongside food contact and GMP certification if extraction or food-adjacent use is involved.

◆For extraction use: state crop type, approximate annual volume and extraction plant location, certification requirements vary by route and region.
◆Request the current SDS alongside the specification, flash point classification and n-hexane OEL guidance are both in the SDS.
◆For forward supply planning: extraction season logistics and volume commitments can be discussed alongside spot pricing.
◆Spot and recurring requirements can both be discussed.

All offers are subject to unsold and subject to final confirmation. Specification, packaging format, availability, timing and pricing are always confirmed at quotation stage based on the current supply route and market situation. Food contact and GMP documentation is route-specific and subject to buyer compliance assessment. Buyers remain responsible for checking suitability for the intended use and for compliance with applicable regulations.

Useful enquiries include: delivery country, rough volume, packaging preference, intended use (extraction or industrial), crop type if extraction, and whether you need SDS, specification, food contact documentation or pricing first.

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