What are its primary applications?

1. ​Industrial Solvent:
   • Dissolves oils, waxes, resins, natural rubber, and plastics
     1

     2
     .
2. ​Chemical Synthesis:
   • Critical precursor for nylon production (e.g., nylon-6 and nylon-66)
     1

     2
     .
   • Intermediate in synthesizing cyclohexanol, cyclohexanone, and caprolactam
     1
     .
3. ​Petrochemicals:
   • Used in petroleum refining and purification processes

 How is cyclohexane produced?

• ​Industrial Synthesis:
  • Produced via ​benzene hydrogenation under catalytic conditions

What are its key safety concerns?

• ​Flammability:
  • Classified as a ​Class 3 Flammable Liquid (UN 1145) with a flash point of -20°C
    1

    2
    .
• ​Health Hazards:
  • Inhalation may cause dizziness, nausea, or central nervous system depression
    1
    .
• ​Storage:
  • Requires storage away from heat sources and oxidizers due to its high flammability