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2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid

Also known as 2-hydroxy-pentadecanoic acid

CAS 2507-54-2Formula C15H30O3Molar mass 258.40 g/mol
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2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid chemical structure, C15H30O3, CAS 2507-54-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
2507-54-2
Formula
C15H30O3
Molar mass
258.40 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Lipids and fatty acids

What is 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-hydroxypentadecanoic acid is a 2-hydroxy fatty acid that is pentadecanoic acid substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2. It has a role as a fungal metabolite. It is functionally related to a pentadecanoic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxypentadecanoic acid
CAS number
2507-54-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C15H30O3
InChIKey
NKASEPJANRVKDD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H30O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14(16)15(17)18/h14,16H,2-13H2,1H3,(H,17,18)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(C(=O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 2-hydroxy-pentadecanoic 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
258.40 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
258.2195 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.13calc.
Topological polar surface area
57.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
13calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.93calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • metabolite

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-Hydroxypentadecanoic 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-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

2-hydroxypentadecanoic acid is a 2-hydroxy fatty acid that is pentadecanoic acid substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2. It has a role as a fungal metabolite. It is functionally related to a pentadecanoic acid.

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

The CAS registry number of 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid is 2507-54-2.

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

The molecular formula of 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid is C15H30O3 and its molar mass is 258.40 g/mol.

What is 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid include eukaryotic metabolite, fungal metabolite and metabolite.

Is 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Hydroxypentadecanoic 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-Hydroxypentadecanoic acid?

2-Hydroxypentadecanoic 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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