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methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate

Also known as: 3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid methyl ester, 3-Hydroxypalmitic acid methyl ester, Methyl 3-hydroxypalmitate, 3-Hydroxy C16:0 methyl ester, DL-beta-Hydroxypalmitic acid methyl ester, Hexadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester

methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate (CAS 51883-36-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H34O3 and a molecular weight of 286.45000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 388.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 0.922g/cm3 and a flash point of 147.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
51883-36-4
Jingsj CID
J-1957917-0
Molecular Formula
C17H34O3
Molecular Weight
286.45000 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point388.9ºC at 760mmHg
Density0.922g/cm3
Flash Point147.4ºC
Exact Mass286.25100
PSA46.53000
LogP4.61150
Refractive Index1.453
Storage Conditions-20°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

The CAS number of methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate is 51883-36-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate has molecular formula C17H34O3 and molecular weight 286.45000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

For methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate, Downstream Products: 3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "methyl 3-hydroxyhexadecanoate (CAS 51883-36-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1957917-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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