1-Chlorohexane is a chemical compound from the group of aliphatic saturated halogenated hydrocarbons. The chemical formula is .
Synthesis 1-Chlorohexane can be obtained by reacting hexyl alcohol with hydrochloric acid or thionyl chloride.
Physical properties 1-Chlorohexane is a colorless liquid with an aromatic odor that is very sparingly soluble in water.
Chemical properties 1-Fluorohexane can be prepared by reacting 1-chlorohexane with potassium fluoride in ethylene glycol.
2-Phenylhexane can be prepared by reacting the compound with benzene and aluminum trichloride.
See also 1-Fluorohexane 1-Bromohexane 1-Iodohexane
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