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5-pentadecylresorcinol

Also known as: Adipostatin A, Cardol, NSC 776, 1,3-Benzenediol,5-pentadecyl-, 5-n-pentadecylresorcinol, 5-pentadecylbenzene-1,3-diol, Resorcinol, pentadecyl-

5-pentadecylresorcinol (CAS 3158-56-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H36O2 and a molecular weight of 320.50900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 452.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 0.96g/cm3 and a flash point of 195.5ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3158-56-3
Jingsj CID
J-1969738-3
Molecular Formula
C21H36O2
Molecular Weight
320.50900 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point452.5ºC at 760mmHg
Density0.96g/cm3
Flash Point195.5ºC
Exact Mass320.27200
PSA40.46000
LogP6.73150
Refractive Index1.509
Storage Conditions2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Tsuge, et al. Adipostatins A and B, new inhibitors of glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase. J Antibiot (Tokyo). 1992 Jun;45(6):886-91. [2]. Micheline Soares Costa Oliveira, et al. Antioxidant, larvicidal and antiacetylcholinesterase activities of cashew nut shell liquid constituents. Acta Trop. 2011 Mar;117(3):165-70.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907299090
Summary2907299090 polyphenols; phenol-alcohols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-pentadecylresorcinol?

The CAS number of 5-pentadecylresorcinol is 3158-56-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-pentadecylresorcinol?

5-pentadecylresorcinol has molecular formula C21H36O2 and molecular weight 320.50900 g/mol.

Is 5-pentadecylresorcinol hazardous?

5-pentadecylresorcinol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-pentadecylresorcinol?

For 5-pentadecylresorcinol, Upstream Products: 3,5-Dimethoxybenzoyl chloride, 1-Bromopentadecane, Ethyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate; Downstream Products: Palmitic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-pentadecylresorcinol (CAS 3158-56-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1969738-3 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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