Name | n-Hexadecane |
Synonyms | Cetane n-Cetane NSC 7334 HSDB 6854 AI3-06522 Hexadecane CCRIS 5833 BRN 1736592 n-Hexadecane UNII-D3AEF6S35P Hexadecane,Cetane n-Hexadecane 2g [544-76-3] Hexadecane [Standard Material for GC] 4-01-00-00537 (Beilstein Handbook Reference) Reference Material for Flash Point Certified by The Japan Petroleum Institute, Hexadecane |
CAS | 544-76-3 |
EINECS | 208-878-9 |
InChI | InChI=1/C16H34/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-16H2,1-2H3 |
Molecular Formula | C16H34 |
Molar Mass | 226.44 |
Density | 0.773 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
Melting Point | 18°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 287°C(lit.) |
Specific Rotation(α) | n20/D 1.434 (lit.) |
Flash Point | 275°F |
Water Solubility | This product is soluble in acetone, alcohol, ether. It is insoluble in water.Soluble in alcohol, acetone, chloroform, and ether. insoluble in water |
Solubility | Insoluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, easily soluble in ether. |
Vapor Presure | 1 mm Hg ( 105.3 °C) |
Vapor Density | 7.8 (vs air) |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Specific Gravity | 0.775 (25/4℃) |
Color | Colorless |
BRN | 1736592 |
Storage Condition | Store below +30°C. |
Stability | Stable. Substances to be avoided include strong oxidizing agents. Combustible. Hygroscopic. |
Sensitive | Easily absorbing moisture |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.434(lit.) |
MDL | MFCD00008998 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid. Melting point of 18.17 deg C, boiling point of 287 deg C, 149 deg C (1.33kPa); The relative density of 0.77331(20/4 deg C), the refractive index of 1.4335. Flash point 135 °c. Miscible with ether and petroleum ether, slightly soluble in hot ethanol, insoluble in water. |
Use | Used as a solvent, but also for organic synthesis |
Risk Codes | R38 - Irritating to the skin R66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking R65 - Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S37 - Wear suitable gloves. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | ML9200000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 2901 10 00 |