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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Khromolan

Also known as Quilon S, Stearatochromic chloride, Stearatochromium chloride

Formula C18H38Cl4Cr2O3Molar mass 548.30 g/molEC 239-286-9
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive
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Khromolan chemical structure, C18H38Cl4Cr2O3
2D chemical structure

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Formula
C18H38Cl4Cr2O3
Molar mass
548.30 g/mol
EC number
239-286-9
HS code
291570
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Khromolan?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Khromolan is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C18H38Cl4Cr2O3 and a molar mass of 548.30 g/mol. The IUPAC name is bis(dichlorochromium), octadecanoic acid, hydrate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
bis(dichlorochromium), octadecanoic acid, hydrate
EC number
239-286-9
Molecular formula
C18H38Cl4Cr2O3
InChIKey
MYKLLHXTOPDTBO-UHFFFAOYSA-J
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H36O2.4ClH.2Cr.H2O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(19)20;;;;;;;/h2-17H2,1H3,(H,19,20);4*1H;;;1H2/q;;;;;2*+2;/p-4
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O.O.Cl[Cr]Cl.Cl[Cr]Cl

Synonyms

  • Quilon S
  • Stearatochromic chloride
  • Stearatochromium chloride
  • Stearato chromic chloride
  • Hydroxytetrachloro(stearato)dichromium
  • Chromium, hydroxytetrachloro(stearato)di-
  • Chromium, tetrachloro-mu-hydroxy-mu-stearatodi-
  • Chromium, tetrachloro-mu-hydroxy(mu-stearato)di-
  • Tetrachloro-mu-hydroxo-mu-stearatodichromium(III)

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
548.30 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
546.0385 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
8.26calc.
Topological polar surface area
68.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
27calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive

Hazard statements

  • H318Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary statements (4)
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P317Get medical help.

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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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 Khromolan is traded under.

HS 2915.70Indicative HS code

Palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$1.25B
+23.7% vs 2023, imports $1.13B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia32.2%
  2. Malaysia23.0%
  3. Singapore6.5%
Top importers
  1. United States10.7%
  2. Germany6.2%
  3. China5.9%
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Frequently asked questions

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What is Khromolan?

Khromolan is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C18H38Cl4Cr2O3 and a molar mass of 548.30 g/mol. The IUPAC name is bis(dichlorochromium), octadecanoic acid, hydrate.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Khromolan?

The molecular formula of Khromolan is C18H38Cl4Cr2O3 and its molar mass is 548.30 g/mol.

Is Khromolan hazardous?

Khromolan carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: causes serious eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Khromolan?

Khromolan is usually classified under HS code 291570 (Palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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