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2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate

Also known as 2-Hydroxyethyl palmitate, Glycol palmitate, Ethylene glycol monopalmitate

CAS 4219-49-2Formula C18H36O3Molar mass 300.48 g/molEC 224-160-8
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2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate chemical structure, C18H36O3, CAS 4219-49-2
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
4219-49-2
Formula
C18H36O3
Molar mass
300.48 g/mol
EC number
224-160-8
HS code
291570
Category
Emulsifiers

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate is a hexadecanoate ester obtained by the formal condensation of carboxy group of hexadecaoic acid with one of the hydroxy groups of ethylene glycol. It has a role as a Brassica napus metabolite. It is a primary alcohol and a hexadecanoate ester. It is functionally related to an ethylene glycol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate
CAS number
4219-49-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 9004-94-8
EC numbers
224-160-8, 618-403-0
Molecular formula
C18H36O3
UNII
T80A3T38WE
MDL number
MFCD01709442
INCI name
GLYCOL PALMITATE, PEG-18 PALMITATE, PEG-20 PALMITATE, PEG-6 PALMITATE
InChIKey
BXCRLBBIZJSWNS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H36O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-18(20)21-17-16-19/h19H,2-17H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCO

Synonyms

  • 2-Hydroxyethyl palmitate
  • Glycol palmitate
  • Ethylene glycol monopalmitate
  • Palmitoylglycol
  • Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester
  • Glycol monopalmitate
  • Palmitic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester
  • Lanol P
  • Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester (9CI)
  • 1-monopalmitoylethylene glycol
  • Ethylene glycol palmitate
  • Ethylene glycol 1-palmitate
  • Ethylene glycol hexadecanoate
  • Palmitic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester
  • mono-C16-EG
  • ethyleneglycol monopalmitate
  • ethylene glycol monohexadecanoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
300.48 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
300.2664 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Surfactants, Safer Chemical Classes, Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name GLYCOL PALMITATE(surfactant - emulsifying, opacifying, skin conditioning)

Roles

  • Brassica napus metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Emulsifier
  • Opacifer
  • Softener and conditioner
  • Stabilizing agent
  • Surfactant (surface active agent)

Cosmetic functions

  • Opacifying
  • Skin conditioning
  • Surfactant - cleansing
  • Surfactant - emulsifying

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce, Regulatory flags: Exempt from Chemical Data Reporting

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2915.70Indicative HS code

Palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$1.25B
+23.7% vs 2023, imports $1.13B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia32.2%
  2. Malaysia23.0%
  3. Singapore6.5%
Top importers
  1. United States10.7%
  2. Germany6.2%
  3. China5.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate?

2-hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate is a hexadecanoate ester obtained by the formal condensation of carboxy group of hexadecaoic acid with one of the hydroxy groups of ethylene glycol. It has a role as a Brassica napus metabolite. It is a primary alcohol and a hexadecanoate ester.

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate?

The CAS registry number of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate is 4219-49-2. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 9004-94-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate?

The molecular formula of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate is C18H36O3 and its molar mass is 300.48 g/mol.

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate used for?

Use classes: Surfactants, Safer Chemical Classes, Cosmetics.

Is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate 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-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate?

2-Hydroxyethyl hexadecanoate is usually classified under HS code 291570 (Palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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