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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

Diethyl hexadecanedioate

Also known as Diethyl thapsate, Ethyl hexadecanedioate, Thapsic acid diethyl ester

CAS 15786-31-9Formula C20H38O4Molar mass 342.52 g/mol
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Diethyl hexadecanedioate chemical structure, C20H38O4, CAS 15786-31-9
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CAS number
15786-31-9
Formula
C20H38O4
Molar mass
342.52 g/mol
HS code
291719
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Diethyl hexadecanedioate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Diethyl hexadecanedioate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H38O4 and a molar mass of 342.52 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 15786-31-9.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
diethyl hexadecanedioate
CAS number
15786-31-9
Molecular formula
C20H38O4
UNII
R569COP022
InChIKey
AHIOKFKBLGHSSV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H38O4/c1-3-23-19(21)17-15-13-11-9-7-5-6-8-10-12-14-16-18-20(22)24-4-2/h3-18H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC

Synonyms

  • Diethyl thapsate
  • Ethyl hexadecanedioate
  • Thapsic acid diethyl ester
  • Hexadecanedioic acid, diethyl ester
  • Hexadecanedioic acid, 1,16-diethyl ester
  • Hexadecanedioic acid diethyl ester
  • Diethyl hexadecanedioate #

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
342.52 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
342.277 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.57calc.
Topological polar surface area
52.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
24calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.9calc.
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

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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

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Diethyl hexadecanedioate is traded under.

HS 2917.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…

World exports in 2024
$718M
+8.1% vs 2023, imports $915M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.6%
  2. United States13.7%
  3. Germany10.1%
Top importers
  1. United States16.2%
  2. Denmark11.8%
  3. Germany10.0%
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The HS code shown for Diethyl hexadecanedioate 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 Diethyl hexadecanedioate?

Diethyl hexadecanedioate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H38O4 and a molar mass of 342.52 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 15786-31-9.

What is the CAS number of Diethyl hexadecanedioate?

The CAS registry number of Diethyl hexadecanedioate is 15786-31-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Diethyl hexadecanedioate?

The molecular formula of Diethyl hexadecanedioate is C20H38O4 and its molar mass is 342.52 g/mol.

What is Diethyl hexadecanedioate used for?

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

Is Diethyl hexadecanedioate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Diethyl hexadecanedioate 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 Diethyl hexadecanedioate?

Diethyl hexadecanedioate is usually classified under HS code 291719 (Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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