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Nonacosane

Also known as n-Nonacosane, Nonacosane, analytical standard, Nonacosane -

CAS 630-03-5Formula C29H60Molar mass 408.80 g/molEC 211-126-2
Nonacosane chemical structure, C29H60, CAS 630-03-5
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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Appearance
Orthorhombic crystals from petroleum ether
Melting point
63.7 °C
Boiling point
443 °C
Density
0.8083 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility
Insoluble in water
HS code
290110
Category
Paraffins, waxes and cycloalkanes
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What is Nonacosane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Nonacosane is a straight-chain alkane comprising of 29 carbon atoms. It has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
nonacosane
CAS number
630-03-5 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
211-126-2
Molecular formula
C29H60
UNII
IGL1697BK1
MDL number
MFCD00009356
InChIKey
IGGUPRCHHJZPBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C29H60/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-23-25-27-29-28-26-24-22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-29H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC

Synonyms

  • n-Nonacosane
  • Nonacosane, analytical standard
  • Nonacosane -
  • Octacosane, methyl-
  • CH3-(CH2)27-CH3
  • CH3-[CH2]27-CH3
  • Nonacosane, Celidoniol, deoxy- (7CI), n-Nonacosane
  • Nonacosane, 99%
  • Nonacosane (Standard)
  • Celidoniol, deoxy- (7CI)
  • N-Boc-4-nitro-l-phenylalanine-t-butylester
  • n-Nonacosane Solution in Hexane, 100ug/mL

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Orthorhombic crystals from petroleum etherexp.
Melting point
63.7 °Cexp.
Boiling point
443 °Cexp.
Density
0.8083 g/cm³ at 20 °Cexp.
Solubility
Insoluble in waterexp.
Vapour pressure
VP: 1 Pa at 148.2 °C, 10 Pa at 182.8 °C, 100 Pa 221.2 °C, 1 kPa at 271.5 °C, 10 kPa at 340.2 °C, 100 kPa at 439.7 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
408.80 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
408.4695 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
11.56calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
26calc.
Heavy atoms
29calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
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

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GHS classification
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

They are used mainly in applications for which isoalkanes are not acceptable for biological reasons, e.g., the production of detergents or proteins. (Higher n-Alkanes).

Solid n-alkanes (paraffin waxes) are used in a variety of applications, e.g., ... oxidation, and chlorination reactions. (Higher n-Alkanes).

Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite
  • volatile oil component

How it is made

The liquefaction of coal provides the greatest variety of saturated hydrocarbons. The Fischer-Tropsch synthesis produces alkanes from syngas (CO + H2) in the range C1 to C30 or higher depending on the process variant: depending on the catalyst employed, the synthesis yields predominantly liquid hydrocarbons in the gasoline range, along with gases from C1 to C4 when iron-based catalysts are used, while cobalt-based catalysts produce longer chain hydrocarbons in the diesel and wax range that often undergo, depending of the desired product slate, further processing, especially for gasoline genera

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tion. While iron-based Fischer-Tropsch catalysts generate complex mixtures that also include branched and olefinic hydrocarbons, cobalt-based catalysts produce streams that are rich in n-alkanes and are therefore suitable raw materials for detergents and for wax products. (Saturated Hydrocarbons)

Suitable sources for n-alkanes with more than six carbon atoms are the appropriate petroleum distillate fractions, from which the n-paraffins can be isolated in high isomeric purity (= 95% linearity) by selective separation techniques, especially fractional distillation. (Higher n-Alkanes)

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2901.10Indicative HS code

Saturated

World exports in 2024
$8.47B
+23.9% vs 2023, imports $7.66B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United States79.8%
  2. Canada10.1%
  3. Germany1.4%
Top importers
  1. China34.6%
  2. United States12.2%
  3. Sweden5.0%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Nonacosane?

Nonacosane is a straight-chain alkane comprising of 29 carbon atoms. It has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Nonacosane?

The CAS registry number of Nonacosane is 630-03-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Nonacosane?

The molecular formula of Nonacosane is C29H60 and its molar mass is 408.80 g/mol.

What is Nonacosane used for?

They are used mainly in applications for which isoalkanes are not acceptable for biological reasons, e.g., the production of detergents or proteins. (Higher n-Alkanes). Solid n-alkanes (paraffin waxes) are used in a variety of applications, e.g., ... oxidation, and chlorination reactions. (Higher n-Alkanes).

Is Nonacosane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Nonacosane 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 Nonacosane?

Nonacosane is usually classified under HS code 290110 (Saturated). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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