8.20633

n-Hexadecane

for synthesis

• Synonym(s): n-Hexadecane, Cetane
• Linear Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₁₄CH₃
• CAS Number: 544-76-3
• Molecular Weight: 226.44
• MDL number: MFCD00008998
• UNSPSC Code: 12352001
• EC Index Number: 208-878-9
• NACRES: NA.22

Properties

• vapor pressure: <0.1 hPa ( 20 °C)
• Quality Level: 200
• Assay: ≥99.0% (GC)
• form: liquid
• kinematic viscosity: <7 cSt(40 °C)
• mp: 18 °C
• transition temp: flash point 135 °C
• density: 0.77 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• storage temp.: 2-30°C
• InChI: 1S/C16H34/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-16H2,1-2H3
• InChI key: DCAYPVUWAIABOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

Application

• Determination of solvation parameter model compound descriptors by gas chromatography.: This research explores the use of gas chromatography to determine solvation parameters of various compounds, including n-Hexadecane. The study highlights n-Hexadecane′s role in solvation parameter models, which are crucial for understanding solvent-solute interactions in various chemical processes (Poole, 2024).
• Shear-Responsive Sol-Gel Transition of Phase Change Material Emulsions for an Injectable Thermal Insulation Platform.: This study investigates the phase change properties of n-Hexadecane within emulsions used for thermal insulation. The findings reveal the potential of n-Hexadecane as a key material in advanced thermal management systems, especially for injectable thermal insulation applications (Sun et al., 2023).
• Microfluidic Fabrication and Thermal Properties of Microencapsulated N-Hexadecane with a Hybrid Polymer Shell for Thermal Energy Storage.: This paper discusses the fabrication of microencapsulated n-Hexadecane using microfluidic techniques. The encapsulation enhances the thermal stability and efficiency of n-Hexadecane as a phase change material, making it suitable for thermal energy storage applications (Yang et al., 2022).
• Microencapsulated phase change material via Pickering emulsion stabilized by cellulose nanofibrils for thermal energy storage.: The study explores the stabilization of n-Hexadecane within Pickering emulsions using cellulose nanofibrils. The microencapsulation significantly improves the thermal energy storage capabilities of n-Hexadecane, making it an effective component in sustainable energy systems (Bahsi Kaya et al., 2022).

Analysis Note

Assay (GC, area%): ≥ 99.0 % (a/a)
Density (d 20 °C/ 4 °C): 0.773 - 0.774
Identity (GC): passes test
Due to its specific melting range the product may be solid, liquid, a solidified melt or a supercooled melt.

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS08
• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements: H304
• Precautionary Statements: P301 + P310 - P331 - P405 - P501
• Hazard Classifications: Asp. Tox. 1
• Supplementary Hazards: EUH066
• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): 233.6 °F
• Flash Point(C): 112 °C