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Hexadecyl formate

CAS 4113-08-0Formula C17H34O2Molar mass 270.46 g/mol
Hexadecyl formate chemical structure, C17H34O2, CAS 4113-08-0
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
4113-08-0
Formula
C17H34O2
Molar mass
270.46 g/mol
HS code
291513
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Hexadecyl formate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

hexadecyl formate has been reported in Camponotus vagus, Formica polyctena, and other organisms.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
hexadecyl formate
CAS number
4113-08-0
Molecular formula
C17H34O2
InChIKey
NZHKUCFYLBRISS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H34O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-19-17-18/h17H,2-16H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCOC=O

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
270.46 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
270.2559 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.64calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
19calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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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 Hexadecyl formate is traded under.

HS 2915.13Indicative HS code

Esters of formic acid

World exports in 2024
$35.7M
+18.4% vs 2023, imports $44.8M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China21.7%
  2. India * partner reported17.9%
  3. United Kingdom15.7%
Top importers
  1. United States27.1%
  2. Saudi Arabia13.4%
  3. Brazil5.1%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Hexadecyl formate 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 Hexadecyl formate?

hexadecyl formate has been reported in Camponotus vagus, Formica polyctena, and other organisms.

What is the CAS number of Hexadecyl formate?

The CAS registry number of Hexadecyl formate is 4113-08-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hexadecyl formate?

The molecular formula of Hexadecyl formate is C17H34O2 and its molar mass is 270.46 g/mol.

What is Hexadecyl formate used for?

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

Is Hexadecyl formate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hexadecyl formate 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 Hexadecyl formate?

Hexadecyl formate is usually classified under HS code 291513 (Esters of formic acid). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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