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1-Hexadecanol

Also known as: Cetyl alcohol, Palmityl alcohol, n-Hexadecanol, Hexadecan-1-ol, 1-Hexadecyl alcohol, n-Hexadecyl alcohol, Cetal, Ethol, Lorol C 16, Lanette 16, Tego Alkanol 16, Crodacol CAS, Kalcol 68, Adol 52, Adol 54

1-Hexadecanol (CAS 36653-82-4) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H34O and a molecular weight of 242.441 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 49-51 °C, a boiling point of 310.9±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.0±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
36653-82-4
Jingsj CID
J-21231-9
Molecular Formula
C16H34O
Molecular Weight
242.441 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point49-51 °C
Boiling Point310.9±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point135.0±0.0 °C
Exact Mass242.260971
PSA20.23000
LogP7.25
Additional Property8.34 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.448
Additional Propertyinsoluble

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Nawale L, et al. Anti-proliferative effect of novel primary cetyl alcohol derived sophorolipids against human cervical cancer cells HeLa. PLoS One. 2017 Apr 18;12(4):e0174241.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905170000
Summary2905170000 hexadecan-1-ol。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。Lowest tariff:7.0%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Hexadecanol?

The CAS number of 1-Hexadecanol is 36653-82-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Hexadecanol?

1-Hexadecanol has molecular formula C16H34O and molecular weight 242.441 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Hexadecanol?

For 1-Hexadecanol, Upstream Products: Palmitic acid, Methyl palmitate, Palmitoyl chloride; Downstream Products: n-Hexadecyl sulfide, 1-Hexadecanethiol, 1-Hexadecene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Hexadecanol (CAS 36653-82-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-21231-9 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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