Hexane is a saturated hydrocarbon belonging to the alkane family, with the chemical formula C₆H₁₄. It consists of six carbon atoms and fourteen hydrogen atoms and is commonly obtained from petroleum refining and light petroleum fractions.

Hexane is widely used as a solvent in various industrial applications, including chemical processing and extraction processes.

Hexane is highly flammable, with a flash point of approximately −23°C. Its vapors can form flammable or explosive mixtures with air under suitable conditions.