Hexadecane
Also known as: EINECS 208-878-9, Hexadecane ,98.5%, Hexadecane ,98.50%, Hexadecane [Standard Material for GC], Hexadecane,Cetane, MFCD00144893, N-Hexadecane, Reference Material for Flash Point Certified by The Japan Petroleum Institute, Hexadecane, cetane, hexadecane, n-Hexadecane, n-Hexadecane 2g [544-76-3], n-Hexadecane, anhydrous, AcroSeal, 99%, n-Hexadecane, δ13C: - 33.71, n-cetane, n-hexadecane-d34
Hexadecane (CAS 544-76-3) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H34 and a molecular weight of 226.441 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 18 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 286.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H304. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 544-76-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-12903-5
- Molecular Formula
- C16H34
- Molecular Weight
- 226.441 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 18 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 226.266052 |
| LogP | 9.26 |
| Additional Property | 7.8 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.434 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H304
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2901100000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2901100000 saturated acyclic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Hexadecane?
The CAS number of Hexadecane is 544-76-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hexadecane?
Hexadecane has molecular formula C16H34 and molecular weight 226.441 g/mol.
Is Hexadecane hazardous?
Hexadecane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H304.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Hexadecane?
For Hexadecane, Upstream Products: Palmitic acid, 1-Bromooctane, 1-Bromohexadecane; Downstream Products: 1-Hexadecanesulfonyl chloride, 3-Hexadecanol, 2-Hexadecanol.
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