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Ceteth-2

Also known as Unicol CA-2, Peg-2 cetyl ether, Jeecol CA-2

CAS 5274-61-3Formula C20H42O3Molar mass 330.55 g/molEC 610-892-9
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Ceteth-2 chemical structure, C20H42O3, CAS 5274-61-3
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
5274-61-3
Formula
C20H42O3
Molar mass
330.55 g/mol
EC number
610-892-9
HS code
290944
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Ceteth-2?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ceteth-2 is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H42O3 and a molar mass of 330.55 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5274-61-3. The IUPAC name is 2-(2-hexadecoxyethoxy)ethanol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-(2-hexadecoxyethoxy)ethanol
CAS number
5274-61-3 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
610-892-9
Molecular formula
C20H42O3
UNII
7H8VAM7778
InChIKey
NMSBTWLFBGNKON-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H42O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-17-22-19-20-23-18-16-21/h21H,2-20H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCOCCOCCO

Synonyms

  • Unicol CA-2
  • Peg-2 cetyl ether
  • Jeecol CA-2
  • Nikkol BC-2
  • Procol CA-2
  • BRIJ C2
  • Diethylene glycol monohexadecyl ether
  • Diethylene glycol hexadecyl ether
  • Ethanol, 2-[2-(hexadecyloxy)ethoxy]-
  • 2-(2-Hexadecyloxyethoxy)ethanol
  • Cetomacrogol 100
  • Diethylene glycol cetyl ether
  • Ethanol, 2-(2-(hexadecyloxy)ethoxy)-
  • Ceteth-2 (II)
  • 2-(2-hexadecoxyethoxy)ethanol
  • 2-(2-(Hexadecyloxy)ethoxy)ethan-1-ol
  • Brij-52
  • 2-[2-(hexadecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol

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
330.55 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
330.3134 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.49calc.
Topological polar surface area
38.69 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
20calc.
Heavy atoms
23calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
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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  • Leo Biochem
    China, HangzhouUnclaimed profile
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Functional uses

  • Surfactant (surface active agent)

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 Ceteth-2 is traded under.

HS 2909.44Indicative HS code

Monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol not elsewhere classified in heading 2909

World exports in 2024
$212M
−10.4% vs 2023, imports $217M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United States34.9%
  2. Belgium14.4%
  3. China13.6%
Top importers
  1. South Korea12.8%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported8.6%
  3. Belgium7.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Ceteth-2?

Ceteth-2 is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H42O3 and a molar mass of 330.55 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5274-61-3. The IUPAC name is 2-(2-hexadecoxyethoxy)ethanol.

What is the CAS number of Ceteth-2?

The CAS registry number of Ceteth-2 is 5274-61-3.

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

The molecular formula of Ceteth-2 is C20H42O3 and its molar mass is 330.55 g/mol.

What is Ceteth-2 used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Ceteth-2 hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ceteth-2 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 Ceteth-2?

Ceteth-2 is usually classified under HS code 290944 (Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Ceteth-2?

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