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16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid

Also known as: MHDA, 16-sulfanylhexadecanoic acid, 16-mercaptohexadecanoic acid solution, NanoThinks ACID16, Nanothinks ACID16, 16-mercapto-palmitic acid

16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid (CAS 69839-68-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H32O2S and a molecular weight of 288.48900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 65-69ºC, a boiling point of 421.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.787 g/mL at 25ºC and a flash point of 11.1 °C. GHS hazard statements: H413. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
69839-68-5
Jingsj CID
J-13607-2
Molecular Formula
C16H32O2S
Molecular Weight
288.48900 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point65-69ºC
Boiling Point421.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.787 g/mL at 25ºC
Flash Point11.1 °C
Exact Mass288.21200
PSA76.10000
LogP5.46220
Refractive Index1.48
Storage Conditions2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

  • H413

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2930909090
Summary2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid?

The CAS number of 16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid is 69839-68-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid?

16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid has molecular formula C16H32O2S and molecular weight 288.48900 g/mol.

Is 16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid hazardous?

16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid has GHS hazard statements H413.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid?

For 16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid, Upstream Products: 16-Bromohexadecanoic acid, 16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid, 1,15-hexadecadiene; Downstream Products: 16-Mercapto-1-hexadecanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "16-Mercaptohexadecanoic acid (CAS 69839-68-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-13607-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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