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Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate

Also known as Hexadecanoic acid, 16-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Melanocortin-4 Receptor antagonist, 16-hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester

CAS 36575-67-4Formula C17H34O3Molar mass 286.46 g/mol
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Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate chemical structure, C17H34O3, CAS 36575-67-4
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
36575-67-4
Formula
C17H34O3
Molar mass
286.46 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate has been reported in Pseudotsuga menziesii.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate
CAS number
36575-67-4 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C17H34O3
MDL number
MFCD30473263
InChIKey
AOTMRIXFFOGWDT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H34O3/c1-20-17(19)15-13-11-9-7-5-3-2-4-6-8-10-12-14-16-18/h18H,2-16H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCO

Synonyms

  • Hexadecanoic acid, 16-hydroxy-, methyl ester
  • Melanocortin-4 Receptor antagonist
  • 16-hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
  • Methyl 16-hydroxy-hexadecanoate

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
286.46 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
286.2508 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.61calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
15calc.
Heavy atoms
20calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

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 Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate 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 Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate has been reported in Pseudotsuga menziesii.

What is the CAS number of Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate is 36575-67-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

The molecular formula of Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate is C17H34O3 and its molar mass is 286.46 g/mol.

What is Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate used for?

Known uses and roles of Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate 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 Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate?

Methyl 16-hydroxyhexadecanoate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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