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Heptadecanoic acid

Also known as: Margaric acid, Heptadecylic acid, C17:0, n-Heptadecanoic acid, n-Heptadecoic acid, 1-heptadecanoic acid, NSC 3743

Heptadecanoic acid (CAS 506-12-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H34O2 and a molecular weight of 270.451 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 59-61 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 298.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 158.4±12.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
506-12-7
Jingsj CID
J-37786-6
Molecular Formula
C17H34O2
Molecular Weight
270.451 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point59-61 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point298.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point158.4±12.5 °C
Exact Mass270.255890
PSA37.30000
LogP7.68
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.455

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Heptadecanoic acid?

The CAS number of Heptadecanoic acid is 506-12-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Heptadecanoic acid?

Heptadecanoic acid has molecular formula C17H34O2 and molecular weight 270.451 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Heptadecanoic acid (CAS 506-12-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-37786-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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