phytane

Also known as: 2,4-DIPHENYL-4-METHYL-1-PENTENE, 2,6,10,14-TETRAMETHYLHEXADECANE, 2,6,10,14-Tetramethyl-hexadecan, 2,6,10,14-Tetramethylhexdecane, 2,6,10,14-tetramethyl-hexadecane, 2,6,10,14-tetramethylhexadecane, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl hexadecane, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydrohexadecane, Hexadecane, 2,6,10,14-tetramethyl-, Hexadecane,2,6,10,14-tetramethyl, PHYTANE, PHYTANE, STANDARD FOR GC, Phytan, Phytane, hexadecane,2,6,10,14-tetramethyl-, tetrahydroneophytadiene

phytane (CAS 638-36-8) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H42 and a molecular weight of 282.54700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 322.4ºC, a density of 0.791 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 150.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

638-36-8

Jingsj CID

J-1330184-0

Molecular Formula

C₂₀H₄₂

Molecular Weight

282.54700 g/mol

Category

Aliphatic Hydrocarbons

Last updated

8/21/2026