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octadecanal

Also known as: 1-Octadecanal, 1-Octadecanone, EINECS 211-346-9, Octadecanal, Octadecanaldehyde, Octadecyl Aldehyde, Stearaldehyde, Stearyl Aldehyde, n-Octadecanal, NSC 68100, Stearyl aldehyde, stearic aldehyde

octadecanal (CAS 638-66-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H36O and a molecular weight of 268.47800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 46 °C, a boiling point of 321.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.831g/cm3 and a flash point of 154.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
638-66-4
Jingsj CID
J-1971839-8
Molecular Formula
C18H36O
Molecular Weight
268.47800 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point46 °C
Boiling Point321.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.831g/cm3
Flash Point154.5ºC
Exact Mass268.27700
PSA17.07000
LogP6.44680
Refractive Index1.443

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. H.K.Gardner, et al. Identification and Quantitation of Hexadecanal and Octadecanal in Broiler Muscle Phospholipids. Poultry Science, 1972 May 1; 51(3):1056-1058.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2912190090
Summary2912190090 acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function。Supervision conditions:None。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 octadecanal?

The CAS number of octadecanal is 638-66-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of octadecanal?

octadecanal has molecular formula C18H36O and molecular weight 268.47800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of octadecanal?

For octadecanal, Upstream Products: Stearic acid, 1-Octadecanol, Stearoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Tristearin, N-Octadecylurea, Glycerol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "octadecanal (CAS 638-66-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1971839-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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