Methyl 2-hydroxyeicosanoate

2-羟基二十烷酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 2-hydroxyicosanoate, Methyl 2-hydroxyarachidate, 2-Hydroxyeicosanoic acid methyl ester, 2-Hydroxy arachidic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-eicosanoate, 2-Hydroxy C20:0 methyl ester, DL-α-Hydroxyarachidic acid methyl ester, Eicosanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-hydroxyicosanoate

Methyl 2-hydroxyeicosanoate (CAS 16742-49-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H42O3 and a molecular weight of 342.55600 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl 2-hydroxyicosanoate, Methyl 2-hydroxyarachidate and 2-Hydroxyeicosanoic acid methyl ester. Key properties include a boiling point of 378.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.909g/cm3 and a flash point of 173.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16742-49-7
Jingsj CID
J-1510606-9
Molecular Formula
C21H42O3
Chinese Name
2-羟基二十烷酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
342.55600 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point378.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.909g/cm3
Flash Point173.5ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-hydroxyeicosanoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-hydroxyeicosanoate is 16742-49-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-hydroxyeicosanoate?

Methyl 2-hydroxyeicosanoate has molecular formula C21H42O3 and molecular weight 342.55600 g/mol.

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