16-Methylheptadecanoic acid
Also known as: 16-Methylheptadecanoic acid, Heptadecanoic acid, 16-methyl-, Isooctadecanoic acid, Isostearic acid
16-Methylheptadecanoic acid (CAS 2724-58-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H36O2 and a molecular weight of 284.477 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 67.8-68.5°C (lit.), a boiling point of 400.8±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 225.6±8.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2724-58-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-46933-0
- Molecular Formula
- C18H36O2
- Molecular Weight
- 284.477 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 67.8-68.5°C (lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 400.8±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 225.6±8.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 284.271515 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 8.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Bahar Riazi, et al. Life Cycle Environmental and Cost Implications of Isostearic Acid Production for Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
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| Summary | 2915900090 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 16-Methylheptadecanoic acid?
The CAS number of 16-Methylheptadecanoic acid is 2724-58-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 16-Methylheptadecanoic acid?
16-Methylheptadecanoic acid has molecular formula C18H36O2 and molecular weight 284.477 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 16-Methylheptadecanoic acid?
For 16-Methylheptadecanoic acid, Upstream Products: 1-chloro-5-iodopentane, Monomethyl sebacate, 8-Methylnonanoic acid.
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