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(2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid

Also known as Hexadecanoic acid-2-13C, Palmitic acid-13C, (213C)hexadecanoic acid

(2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid chemical structure, C16H32O2, CAS 287100-87-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
287100-87-2
Formula
C16H32O2
Molar mass
257.42 g/mol
EC number
693-154-9
HS code
284590
Category
Isotope-labelled compounds

What is (2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

(2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C16H32O2 and a molar mass of 257.42 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 287100-87-2. The IUPAC name is (213C)hexadecanoic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(213C)hexadecanoic acid
CAS number
287100-87-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
693-154-9
Molecular formula
C16H32O2
MDL number
MFCD00083983
InChIKey
IPCSVZSSVZVIGE-XPOOIHDOSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H32O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16(17)18/h2-15H2,1H3,(H,17,18)/i15+1
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCC[13CH2]C(=O)O

Synonyms

  • Hexadecanoic acid-2-13C
  • Palmitic acid-13C
  • (213C)hexadecanoic acid
  • Palmitic Acid-13C (C2 labeled)
  • Hexadecanoicacid-2-13c
  • Palmitic acid-2-13C
  • Palmitic acid-2-13C, 99 atom % 13C

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
257.42 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
257.2436 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.55calc.
Topological polar surface area
37.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
14calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (4)
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code (2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid is traded under.

HS 2845.90Indicative HS code

Compounds, inorganic or organic, of such isotopes, whether or not chemically defined

World exports in 2024
$2.67B
+19.0% vs 2023, imports $1.67B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Ireland55.3%
  2. Hong Kong11.8%
  3. United States10.7%
Top importers
  1. China24.3%
  2. Ireland21.9%
  3. South Korea13.3%
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The HS code shown for (2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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Is (2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid hazardous?

(2-~13~C)Hexadecanoic acid carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

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