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beta-Lecithin

Also known as 1,3-Distearoylglycero-2-phosphocholine, 4-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-9-oxo-6-(((1-oxooctadecyl)oxy)methyl)-3,5,8-trioxa-4-phosphahexacosan-1-aminium, hydroxide, inner salt, 4-oxide, 1,3-Bis(octadecanoyloxy)propan-2-yl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate

CAS 5655-10-7Formula C44H88NO8PMolar mass 790.16 g/mol
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beta-Lecithin chemical structure, C44H88NO8P, CAS 5655-10-7
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CAS number
5655-10-7
Formula
C44H88NO8P
Molar mass
790.16 g/mol
HS code
292390
Category
Cationic surfactants

What is beta-Lecithin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

beta-Lecithin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C44H88NO8P and a molar mass of 790.16 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5655-10-7. The IUPAC name is 1,3-di(octadecanoyloxy)propan-2-yl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,3-di(octadecanoyloxy)propan-2-yl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate
CAS number
5655-10-7 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C44H88NO8P
InChIKey
QVOSSHZMHWUKKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C44H88NO8P/c1-6-8-10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-36-43(46)50-40-42(53-54(48,49)52-39-38-45(3,4)5)41-51-44(47)37-35-33-31-29-27-25-23-21-19-17-15-13-11-9-7-2/h42H,6-41H2,1-5H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)OP(=O)([O-])OCC[N+](C)(C)C

Synonyms

  • 1,3-Distearoylglycero-2-phosphocholine
  • 4-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-9-oxo-6-(((1-oxooctadecyl)oxy)methyl)-3,5,8-trioxa-4-phosphahexacosan-1-aminium, hydroxide, inner salt, 4-oxide
  • 1,3-Bis(octadecanoyloxy)propan-2-yl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
790.16 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
789.6248 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
12.17calc.
Topological polar surface area
111.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
8calc.
Rotatable bonds
42calc.
Heavy atoms
54calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.96calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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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 beta-Lecithin is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for beta-Lecithin 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 beta-Lecithin?

beta-Lecithin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C44H88NO8P and a molar mass of 790.16 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5655-10-7. The IUPAC name is 1,3-di(octadecanoyloxy)propan-2-yl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate.

What is the CAS number of beta-Lecithin?

The CAS registry number of beta-Lecithin is 5655-10-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of beta-Lecithin?

The molecular formula of beta-Lecithin is C44H88NO8P and its molar mass is 790.16 g/mol.

What is beta-Lecithin used for?

Known uses and roles of beta-Lecithin include softeners in textiles and leather and surfactants in home care and cleaning.

Is beta-Lecithin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for beta-Lecithin 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 beta-Lecithin?

beta-Lecithin is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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