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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

Phytanyl bromide

Also known as 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecane, Hexadecane, 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, Dihydrophytylbromid

CAS 2791-57-3Formula C20H41BrMolar mass 361.45 g/mol
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Phytanyl bromide chemical structure, C20H41Br, CAS 2791-57-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
2791-57-3
Formula
C20H41Br
Molar mass
361.45 g/mol
HS code
290369
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Phytanyl bromide?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Phytanyl bromide is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H41Br and a molar mass of 361.45 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 2791-57-3. The IUPAC name is 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecane
CAS number
2791-57-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C20H41Br
MDL number
MFCD31580049
InChIKey
DNKBEUKCVDMKFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H41Br/c1-17(2)9-6-10-18(3)11-7-12-19(4)13-8-14-20(5)15-16-21/h17-20H,6-16H2,1-5H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCBr

Synonyms

  • 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecane
  • Hexadecane, 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-
  • Dihydrophytylbromid
  • 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-hexadecane

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
361.45 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
360.2392 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
7.85calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
14calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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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 Phytanyl bromide is traded under.

HS 2903.69Indicative HS code

Brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, other

World exports in 2024
$135M
−18.6% vs 2023, imports $139M
2022 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China26.7%
  2. United States26.3%
  3. Netherlands12.3%
Top importers
  1. United States13.2%
  2. India * partner reported9.6%
  3. Japan9.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Phytanyl bromide 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 Phytanyl bromide?

Phytanyl bromide is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C20H41Br and a molar mass of 361.45 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 2791-57-3. The IUPAC name is 1-bromo-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecane.

What is the CAS number of Phytanyl bromide?

The CAS registry number of Phytanyl bromide is 2791-57-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Phytanyl bromide?

The molecular formula of Phytanyl bromide is C20H41Br and its molar mass is 361.45 g/mol.

What is Phytanyl bromide used for?

Known uses and roles of Phytanyl bromide include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Phytanyl bromide hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Phytanyl bromide 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 Phytanyl bromide?

Phytanyl bromide is usually classified under HS code 290369 (Brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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