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2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid

Also known as Dihydroxyhexadecanoate, dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid

CAS 35465-40-8Formula C16H32O4Molar mass 288.43 g/mol
2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid chemical structure, C16H32O4, CAS 35465-40-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
35465-40-8
Formula
C16H32O4
Molar mass
288.43 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid has been reported in Cynara cardunculus.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2,2-dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid
CAS number
35465-40-8 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C16H32O4
InChIKey
HAFGDDFWCDLGEW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H32O4/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-16(19,20)15(17)18/h19-20H,2-14H2,1H3,(H,17,18)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(C(=O)O)(O)O

Synonyms

  • Dihydroxyhexadecanoate
  • dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid

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
288.43 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
288.2301 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.84calc.
Topological polar surface area
77.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
14calc.
Heavy atoms
20calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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Uses and applications

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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 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic 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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What is 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid?

2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid has been reported in Cynara cardunculus.

What is the CAS number of 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid?

The CAS registry number of 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid is 35465-40-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid?

The molecular formula of 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid is C16H32O4 and its molar mass is 288.43 g/mol.

What is 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid?

2,2-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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