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15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid

Also known as: 15-HYDROXYPENTADECANOIC ACID, 15-Hydroxypentadecanoate, OMEGA-HYDROXY C15:0, Pentadecanoic acid, 15-hydroxy-, 15-hydroxypentadecanoic acid, EINECS 225-026-1, MFCD00039535

15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid (CAS 4617-33-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H30O3 and a molecular weight of 258.397 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 85-89 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 400.9±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 210.4±17.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4617-33-8
Jingsj CID
J-28555-2
Molecular Formula
C15H30O3
Molecular Weight
258.397 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point85-89 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point400.9±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point210.4±17.7 °C
Exact Mass258.219482
PSA57.53000
LogP4.62
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.468

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 15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

The CAS number of 15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid is 4617-33-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid has molecular formula C15H30O3 and molecular weight 258.397 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

For 15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid, Upstream Products: cyclopentadecanolide, 11-Bromoundecanoic acid, 10-Undecynoic acid; Downstream Products: 15-Bromopentadecanoic acid, cyclopentadecanolide, Pentadecanedioic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "15-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid (CAS 4617-33-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-28555-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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