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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

2-Eicosanol

Also known as icosan-2-ol, 1-Methyl-1-nonadecanol, 2-Icosanol

CAS 4340-76-5Formula C20H42OMolar mass 298.56 g/mol
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2-Eicosanol chemical structure, C20H42O, CAS 4340-76-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
4340-76-5
Formula
C20H42O
Molar mass
298.56 g/mol
HS code
290519
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is 2-Eicosanol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Icosan-2-ol is a secondary fatty alcohol that is icosane substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2. It has a role as a bacterial metabolite. It is a secondary fatty alcohol and an icosanol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
icosan-2-ol
CAS number
4340-76-5 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C20H42O
InChIKey
RHEVFAMQJMWLFS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H42O/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20(2)21/h20-21H,3-19H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(C)O

Synonyms

  • icosan-2-ol
  • 1-Methyl-1-nonadecanol
  • 2-Icosanol
  • 2-hydroxyicosane
  • 2-hydroxyeicosane
  • eicosan-2-ol
  • 2-Icosanol #

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
298.56 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
298.3236 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
7.02calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
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

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

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • bacterial metabolite
  • metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Eicosanol is traded under.

HS 2905.19Indicative HS code

Saturated monohydric alcohols, other

World exports in 2024
$2.15B
+56.9% vs 2023, imports $1.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany29.0%
  2. Singapore16.6%
  3. Netherlands10.6%
Top importers
  1. China17.3%
  2. Netherlands14.2%
  3. India * partner reported9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for 2-Eicosanol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 2-Eicosanol, based on the data on this page

What is 2-Eicosanol?

Icosan-2-ol is a secondary fatty alcohol that is icosane substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2. It has a role as a bacterial metabolite. It is a secondary fatty alcohol and an icosanol.

What is the CAS number of 2-Eicosanol?

The CAS registry number of 2-Eicosanol is 4340-76-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Eicosanol?

The molecular formula of 2-Eicosanol is C20H42O and its molar mass is 298.56 g/mol.

What is 2-Eicosanol used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Eicosanol include building blocks in research and laboratory, bacterial metabolite, metabolite and prokaryotic metabolite.

Is 2-Eicosanol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Eicosanol 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-Eicosanol?

2-Eicosanol is usually classified under HS code 290519 (Saturated monohydric alcohols, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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