1-Hexadecene

Description

1-Hexadecene · CAS 629-73-2 · C16H32. UNII 97T015M2UX. Boiling Point: 284.4 °C @ 760 MM HG; Boiling Point: 284.4 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: 4.1 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	629-73-2
PubChem CID	12395
Molecular formula	C16H32
IUPAC name	hexadec-1-ene
UNII (FDA)	97T015M2UX

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	224.42
XLogP3	8.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	0
Rotatable Bond Count	13
Exact Mass	224.250401021
Monoisotopic Mass	224.250401021
Topological Polar Surface Area	0
Heavy Atom Count	16
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	284.4 °C @ 760 MM HG
Boiling Point	284.4 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	4.1 °C
Density	0.7811 @ 20 °C/4 °C
Density	0.7811 @ 20°C
Vapor Pressure	0.00264 [mmHg]
Viscosity	35.5 (SUS)
Formulations/Preparations	GRADE: 95% PURITY.

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid
• Liquid; Dry Powder
• Colorless liquid; mp = 4.1 deg C; [HSDB]
• Colorless liquid.
• LEAF
• COLORLESS LIQUID

Regulatory Status

GHS notification summary	1.5% (15 / 969)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	1.5% (15 / 969)
Reported hazard statements	H304 (88.9%), H410 (10.7%)

Documented Uses

• Used for organic synthesis; [HSDB] Used in blend for off-shore drilling fluids; [eChemPortal: SIDSUNEP]
• Petroleum Production and Refining [Category: Industry]
• Surfactant (surface active agent)
• TREATMENT OF CETYL ALCOHOL WITH PHOSPHORUS PENTOXIDE.
• 2023: 100,000,000 - <250,000,000 lb
• 2022: 50,000,000 - <100,000,000 lb

Synonyms

1-Hexadecene; 629-73-2; Hexadec-1-ene; Cetene; 1-Cetene; Hexadecylene-1; Cetylene; 1-n-Hexadecene; alpha-Hexadecylene; alpha-Hexadecene; N-HEXADEC-1-ENE; Gulftene 16; Dialene 16; DTXSID1027269; 97T015M2UX; NSC-60602

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 1-Hexadecene?

CAS 629-73-2; molecular formula C16H32; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 1-Hexadecene known by?

1-Hexadecene, 629-73-2, Hexadec-1-ene, Cetene, 1-Cetene, Hexadecylene-1.

Is 1-Hexadecene classified as hazardous?

1.5% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (15 of 969).

What are the key physical properties of 1-Hexadecene?

Boiling Point: 284.4 °C @ 760 MM HG; Boiling Point: 284.4 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: 4.1 °C; Density: 0.7811 @ 20 °C/4 °C.

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