16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid
Also known as: 16-Hydroxypalmitic acid, Juniperic acid, ω-Hydroxypalmitic acid, Lanopalmitic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 16-hydroxy-, NSC 159292
16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid (CAS 506-13-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H32O3 and a molecular weight of 272.423 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 94-98 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 414.4±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 218.6±17.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 506-13-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-34083-0
- Molecular Formula
- C16H32O3
- Molecular Weight
- 272.423 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 94-98 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 414.4±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 218.6±17.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 272.235138 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 5.15 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.469 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 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 16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid?
The CAS number of 16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid is 506-13-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid?
16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid has molecular formula C16H32O3 and molecular weight 272.423 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid?
For 16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid, Upstream Products: 16-Hexadecanolide, 10-Undecynoic acid, Oleylamine; Downstream Products: 17-Octadecynoic acid, 1,16-Hexadecanediol, Hexadecanedioic acid.
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