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Decacene

CAS 24540-30-5Formula C42H24Molar mass 528.65 g/mol
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Decacene chemical structure, C42H24, CAS 24540-30-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
24540-30-5
Formula
C42H24
Molar mass
528.65 g/mol
HS code
290290
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Decacene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Decacene is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C42H24 and a molar mass of 528.65 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 24540-30-5. The IUPAC name is decacyclo[20.20.0.03,20.05,18.07,16.09,14.024,41.026,39.028,37.030,35]dotetraconta-1(42),2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,28,30,32,34,36,38,40-henicosaene.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
decacyclo[20.20.0.03,20.05,18.07,16.09,14.024,41.026,39.028,37.030,35]dotetraconta-1(42),2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,28,30,32,34,36,38,40-henicosaene
CAS number
24540-30-5 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C42H24
InChIKey
XXVUUWBSFBORGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C42H24/c1-2-6-26-10-30-14-34-18-38-22-42-24-40-20-36-16-32-12-28-8-4-3-7-27(28)11-31(32)15-35(36)19-39(40)23-41(42)21-37(38)17-33(34)13-29(30)9-25(26)5-1/h1-24H
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC=C2C=C3C=C4C=C5C=C6C=C7C=C8C=C9C=C%10C=CC=CC%10=CC9=CC8=CC7=CC6=CC5=CC4=CC3=CC2=C1

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.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
528.65 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
528.1878 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
12.07calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
42calc.
Rings
10calc.
Aromatic rings
10calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc2cc3cc4cc5cc6cc7cc8cc9cc%10ccccc%10cc9cc8cc7cc6cc5cc4cc3cc2c1

c1ccc2cc3cc4cc5cc6cc7cc8cc9cc%10ccccc%10cc9cc8cc7cc6cc5cc4cc3cc2c1

10 rings, 42 atoms. This chemical is the scaffold itself.

No other chemical in our database has this scaffold.

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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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 Decacene is traded under.

HS 2902.90Indicative HS code

Cyclic hydrocarbons, other

World exports in 2024
$612M
−6.1% vs 2023, imports $670M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.0%
  2. Germany13.9%
  3. India * partner reported12.6%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.1%
  2. United States10.6%
  3. South Korea8.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Decacene, based on the data on this page

What is Decacene?

Decacene is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C42H24 and a molar mass of 528.65 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 24540-30-5. The IUPAC name is decacyclo[20.20.0.03,20.05,18.07,16.09,14.024,41.026,39.028,37.030,35]dotetraconta-1(42),2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,28,30,32,34,36,38,40-henicosaene.

What is the CAS number of Decacene?

The CAS registry number of Decacene is 24540-30-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Decacene?

The molecular formula of Decacene is C42H24 and its molar mass is 528.65 g/mol.

What is Decacene used for?

Known uses and roles of Decacene include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Decacene hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Decacene 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 Decacene?

Decacene is usually classified under HS code 290290 (Cyclic hydrocarbons, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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