Alkanes, C14-16

Description

Alkanes, C14-16 · CAS 90622-46-1 · C14H30. UNII 03LY784Y58. Boiling Point: 488.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 253.57 °C; Boiling Point: 253.7 °C @760 [mm Hg].

Identification

CAS Registry Number	90622-46-1
PubChem CID	12389
Molecular formula	C14H30
IUPAC name	tetradecane
UNII (FDA)	03LY784Y58

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	198.39
XLogP3	7.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	0
Rotatable Bond Count	11
Exact Mass	198.234750957
Monoisotopic Mass	198.234750957
Topological Polar Surface Area	0
Heavy Atom Count	14
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	488.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	253.57 °C
Boiling Point	253.7 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	42.6 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	5.87 °C
Melting Point	5.5 °C
Flash Point	212 °F (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point	212 °F (100 °C) - closed cup
Solubility	In water, 3.3X10-4 mg/L at 25 °C
Density	0.7628 g/cu cm at 25 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• N-tetradecane is a colorless liquid. Must be preheated before ignition can occur. (NTP, 1992)
• Liquid
• Colorless liquid; [CAMEO]
• Colorless liquid
• Very soluble in ether; soluble in carbon tetrachloride
• Soluble in alcohol

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances Flavoring Agents
GHS notification summary	0.1% (2 / 1723)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (2 / 1723)
Reported hazard statements	H304 (99.8%)

Documented Uses

• Used as a chemical intermediate and solvent (inks and degreasing); [HSDB]
• Metal Degreasing [Category: Clean]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]
• Organic synthesis, solvent standardized hydrocarbon, distillation chaser.
• Tetradecane, often as a mixture with other straight-chain alkanes, is used as building block for detergents and animal feeds, and as a solvent and destillation chaser.
• CHEM INT FOR CHLORINATED PARAFFINS (C10-C30 N-PARAFFINS)

Synonyms

Tetradecane; 629-59-4; N-TETRADECANE; DTXSID1027267; NSC-72440; 03LY784Y58; DTXCID707267; CHEBI:41253; RefChem:6294; 211-096-0; MFCD00008986; Tridecane, methyl-; Tetradecane, analytical standard; Tetradecane, N-; CCRIS 715; HSDB 5728

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Alkanes, C14-16?

CAS 90622-46-1; molecular formula C14H30; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Alkanes, C14-16 known by?

Tetradecane, 629-59-4, N-TETRADECANE, DTXSID1027267, NSC-72440, 03LY784Y58.

What is the regulatory status of Alkanes, C14-16?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; Flavoring Agents.

Is Alkanes, C14-16 classified as hazardous?

0.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (2 of 1723).

What are the key physical properties of Alkanes, C14-16?

Boiling Point: 488.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 253.57 °C; Boiling Point: 253.7 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: 42.6 °F (NTP, 1992).

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