Nonane
Also known as n-Nonane, Nonyl hydride, Shellsol 140
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Melting point
- -53.5 °C
- Boiling point
- 150.5 °C
- Density
- 0.7176 g/cm³ at 20 °C
- Flash point
- 31 °C
- HS code
- 290110
- Category
- Skin conditioning agents and actives
- UN number
- UN 1920

What is Nonane?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Nonane is a straight chain alkane composed of 9 carbon atoms. It has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- nonane
- CAS number
- 111-84-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 144637-82-1, 61193-19-9, 66039-00-7
- EC number
- 203-913-4
- Molecular formula
- C9H20
- UNII
- T9W3VH6G10
- MDL number
- MFCD00009574, MFCD02099450
- INCI name
- NONANE
- InChIKey
- BKIMMITUMNQMOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C9H20/c1-3-5-7-9-8-6-4-2/h3-9H2,1-2H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CCCCCCCCC
Synonyms
- n-Nonane
- Nonyl hydride
- Shellsol 140
- Lodyne S
- Lodyne S 100
- nonan
- Heptane, ethyl-
- Nonane, analytical standard
- Iotrochotin
- n-C9H20
- Nonane, 99%
- Nonane mfc9 h20
- Nonane-5-c12
- Nonane, anhydrous, >=99%
- Nonane, ReagentPlus(R), 99%
- CH3-[CH2]7-CH3
- n-Nonane 10 |Ig/mL in Cyclohexane
- n-Nonane 1000 |Ig/mL in Methanol
- n-Nonane 10 microg/mL in Cyclohexane
- n-Nonane 1000 microg/mL in Methanol
- UN 1920
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Colorless liquidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Gasoline-like odorexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | -53.5 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 150.5 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 0.7176 g/cm³ at 20 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Flash point | 31 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Autoignition temperature | 205 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | In water, 0.220 mg/L at 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 4.45 mm Hg at 25 °C /Extrapolated/exp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 128.26 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 128.1565 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 3.76calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 0 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 6calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 9calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 1calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H226Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
- H332Harmful if inhaled.
- H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (30)
- P210Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P233Keep container tightly closed.
- P240Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
- P241Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment.
- P242Use non-sparking tools.
- P243Take action to prevent static discharges.
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P303 + P361 + P353If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P317Get medical help.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P331Do not induce vomiting.
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P370 + P378In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P403 + P235Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 1920
- Transport hazard class
- 3
- Packing group
- III
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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52 suppliers in 12 countries
- China18
- United States15
- India5
- United Kingdom4
- Germany2
- Japan2
- and 6 more countries
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Organic synthesis, biodegradable detergents, distallation chaser.
Standardized hydrocarbon, jet fuel research, manufacture of paraffin products, rubber industry, paper processing industry, fuel additive.
Industrial uses: Fuel agents, Fuel, Lubricating agent, Other, Solvent, Surface modifier.
Consumer uses: Fuel, Solvent, Drier, Surface modifier.
Industries and functions
Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name NONANE(skin conditioning - miscellaneous, solvent)
Roles
- eukaryotic metabolite
- metabolite
- plant metabolite
- volatile oil component
Functional uses
- Fragrance
- Solvent
Cosmetic functions
- Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
- Solvent
How it is made
Hydrogenation of 1-nonene
Nonane is obtained from the fractional distillation or refining of petroleum.
N-Alkanes having more than six carbon atoms are not isolated individually but as mixtures of several homologues. Suitable sources are the appropriate petroleum distillate fractions, from which the n-paraffins can be isolated in high isomeric purity (greater than or equal to 95% linearity) by selective separation (eg, molecular sieve separation or urea extractive crystallization). (Higher n-Alkanes)
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Health and food
- EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce, Regulatory flags: Section 4 test rule or order
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Nonane is traded under.
Saturated
- United States79.8%
- Canada10.1%
- Germany1.4%
- China34.6%
- United States12.2%
- Sweden5.0%
The HS code shown for Nonane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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