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2-Methylhexadecanoic acid

Also known as: 2-Methylpalmitic acid, 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid, alpha-Methylpalmitic acid, α-Methylpalmitic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-methyl-hexadecanoic acid, a17:0 fatty acid, 2-Me-16:0, Methylhexadecanoicacid

2-Methylhexadecanoic acid (CAS 27147-71-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H34O2 and a molecular weight of 270.45100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48ºC, a boiling point of 177ºC / 2mmHg, a density of 0.889g/cm3 and a flash point of 216.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
27147-71-3
Jingsj CID
J-1511647-9
Molecular Formula
C17H34O2
Molecular Weight
270.45100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point48ºC
Boiling Point177ºC / 2mmHg
Density0.889g/cm3
Flash Point216.6ºC
Exact Mass270.25600
PSA37.30000
LogP5.79830
Vapor Pressure4.94E-07mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.453

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid is 27147-71-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid?

2-Methylhexadecanoic acid has molecular formula C17H34O2 and molecular weight 270.45100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid?

For 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid, Upstream Products: 1-Hexadecene, 1-Bromotetradecane, Palmitic acid; Downstream Products: 1-Bromo-2-methylhexadecane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methylhexadecanoic acid (CAS 27147-71-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1511647-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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