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Pentacontane

Also known as n-Pentacontane, Pentacontane, analytical standard, Pentacontane, >=98.0% (GC)

CAS 6596-40-3Formula C50H102Molar mass 703.37 g/molEC 229-534-4
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Pentacontane chemical structure, C50H102, CAS 6596-40-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
6596-40-3
Formula
C50H102
Molar mass
703.37 g/mol
EC number
229-534-4
HS code
290110
Category
Paraffins, waxes and cycloalkanes

What is Pentacontane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Pentacontane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C50H102 and a molar mass of 703.37 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 6596-40-3.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
pentacontane
CAS number
6596-40-3 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
229-534-4
Molecular formula
C50H102
MDL number
MFCD00042907
InChIKey
PFLUOWJPZLHUEA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C50H102/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-23-25-27-29-31-33-35-37-39-41-43-45-47-49-50-48-46-44-42-40-38-36-34-32-30-28-26-24-22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-50H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC

Synonyms

  • n-Pentacontane
  • Pentacontane, analytical standard
  • Pentacontane, >=98.0% (GC)
  • n-Pentacontane Solution in Hexane, 100ug/mL

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
703.37 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
702.7982 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
19.75calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
47calc.
Heavy atoms
50calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Pentacontane 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 Pentacontane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Pentacontane?

Pentacontane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C50H102 and a molar mass of 703.37 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 6596-40-3.

What is the CAS number of Pentacontane?

The CAS registry number of Pentacontane is 6596-40-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Pentacontane?

The molecular formula of Pentacontane is C50H102 and its molar mass is 703.37 g/mol.

Is Pentacontane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Pentacontane 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 Pentacontane?

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

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