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Selenium hexamer

Also known as Cyclic hexaatomic selenium, Hexaselenane, Hexaselenane #

CAS 12597-30-7Formula Se6Molar mass 473.76 g/mol
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Selenium hexamer chemical structure, Se6, CAS 12597-30-7
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
12597-30-7
Formula
Se6
Molar mass
473.76 g/mol
HS code
280490
Category
Sulfates and sulfur salts

What is Selenium hexamer?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Selenium hexamer is a chemical substance with the molecular formula Se6 and a molar mass of 473.76 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 12597-30-7. The IUPAC name is hexaselenane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
hexaselenane
CAS number
12597-30-7 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
Se6
InChIKey
FBNWFNKLBDQILL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/Se6/c1-2-4-6-5-3-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
[Se]1[Se][Se][Se][Se][Se]1

Synonyms

  • Cyclic hexaatomic selenium
  • Hexaselenane
  • Hexaselenane #

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

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
473.76 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
479.4991 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.28calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, [Se]1[Se][Se][Se][Se][Se]1

[Se]1[Se][Se][Se][Se][Se]1

1 ring, 6 atoms. This chemical is the scaffold itself.

No other chemical in our database has this scaffold.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Selenium hexamer is traded under.

HS 2804.90Indicative HS code

Selenium

World exports in 2024
$92.9M
−12.0% vs 2023, imports $86.8M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Japan16.9%
  2. Philippines14.2%
  3. Hong Kong13.9%
Top importers
  1. China28.5%
  2. Hong Kong17.6%
  3. India * partner reported13.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Selenium hexamer is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Selenium hexamer?

Selenium hexamer is a chemical substance with the molecular formula Se6 and a molar mass of 473.76 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 12597-30-7. The IUPAC name is hexaselenane.

What is the CAS number of Selenium hexamer?

The CAS registry number of Selenium hexamer is 12597-30-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Selenium hexamer?

The molecular formula of Selenium hexamer is Se6 and its molar mass is 473.76 g/mol.

Is Selenium hexamer hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Selenium hexamer is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Selenium hexamer?

Selenium hexamer is usually classified under HS code 280490 (Selenium). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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