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1,4-Cyclohexadiene
Also known as: 1,4-CYCLOHEXADIENE · Cyclohexa-1,4-diene · 628-41-1 · 0F8Z5909QZ
- CAS No.
- 628-41-1
- Formula
- C6H8
- Molar mass
- 80.13 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 12343
Flammable
Health hazard
Summary
1,4-Cyclohexadiene (C6H8), CAS 628-41-1. Common in labs and industry. Read on for hazards, storage, PPE and mixing rules.
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Hazards
Storage
Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.
Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.
Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.
Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.
Personal protective equipment
Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.
Safety goggles with side shields.
A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.
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- Flammable. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sparks. Ground containers when transferring.
- Serious health hazard (carcinogen, mutagen, reprotoxic, respiratory sensitizer). Substitute if possible; otherwise closed systems and medical surveillance.
Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.
FAQ
Is 1,4-Cyclohexadiene flammable?+
Yes. 1,4-Cyclohexadiene (CAS 628-41-1) carries the GHS02 flame pictogram. Keep it away from ignition sources, use non-sparking tools, and ground metal containers when transferring liquid.
What PPE should I wear when handling 1,4-Cyclohexadiene?+
Safety glasses with side shields and nitrile gloves are the baseline. Work inside a fume hood or use a suitable respirator. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.
How should 1,4-Cyclohexadiene be stored?+
Store 1,4-Cyclohexadiene (CAS 628-41-1) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Use a flammable-liquid cabinet and keep away from oxidizers and heat.
Is 1,4-Cyclohexadiene dangerous for the environment?+
No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for 1,4-Cyclohexadiene, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.
Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for 1,4-Cyclohexadiene?+
Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.
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