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Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate

Also known as: Palmitoleic acid methyl ester, Methyl palmitoleate, Methyl cis-9-hexadecenoate, cis-9-Hexadecenoic acid methyl ester, C16:1 (CIS-9) METHYL ESTER, DELTA 9 CIS HEXADECENOIC ACID METHYL ESTER, Methyl (9Z)-hexadec-9-enoate, (Z)-Methyl hexadec-9-enoate, 9-Hexadecenoic acid, methyl ester, (9Z)-, MFCD00042911, methyl palmitioleate

Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate (CAS 1120-25-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H32O2 and a molecular weight of 268.435 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -0.5-0.5ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 394.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.5±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1120-25-8
Jingsj CID
J-8205-3
Molecular Formula
C17H32O2
Molecular Weight
268.435 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-0.5-0.5ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point394.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point92.5±20.4 °C
Exact Mass268.240234
PSA26.30000
LogP7.10
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.452
Storage Conditions-0°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Eleftheria Diakogiannaki, et al. Mechanisms Involved in the Cytotoxic and Cytoprotective Actions of Saturated Versus Monounsaturated Long-Chain Fatty Acids in Pancreatic Beta-Cells. J Endocrinol. 2007 Aug;194(2):283-91.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916190090
Summary2916190090 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。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 Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate?

The CAS number of Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate is 1120-25-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate?

Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate has molecular formula C17H32O2 and molecular weight 268.435 g/mol.

Is Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate hazardous?

Methyl (9Z)-9-hexadecenoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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