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Potassium pentadecanoate

Also known as potassium, pentadecanoate

CAS 17378-35-7Formula C15H29KO2Molar mass 280.49 g/molEC 241-415-9
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Potassium pentadecanoate chemical structure, C15H29KO2, CAS 17378-35-7
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
17378-35-7
Formula
C15H29KO2
Molar mass
280.49 g/mol
EC number
241-415-9
HS code
291590
Category
Soaps and metal soaps

What is Potassium pentadecanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Potassium pentadecanoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C15H29KO2 and a molar mass of 280.49 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 17378-35-7.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
potassium pentadecanoate
CAS number
17378-35-7 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
241-415-9
Molecular formula
C15H29KO2
InChIKey
XYLAMPYYOCATEA-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H30O2.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15(16)17;/h2-14H2,1H3,(H,16,17);/q;+1/p-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[K+]

Synonyms

  • potassium, pentadecanoate

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

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
280.49 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
280.1805 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.83calc.
Topological polar surface area
40.13 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
13calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.93calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 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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Uses and applications

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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 Potassium pentadecanoate is traded under.

HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
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The HS code shown for Potassium pentadecanoate 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 Potassium pentadecanoate?

Potassium pentadecanoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C15H29KO2 and a molar mass of 280.49 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 17378-35-7.

What is the CAS number of Potassium pentadecanoate?

The CAS registry number of Potassium pentadecanoate is 17378-35-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Potassium pentadecanoate?

The molecular formula of Potassium pentadecanoate is C15H29KO2 and its molar mass is 280.49 g/mol.

What is Potassium pentadecanoate used for?

Known uses and roles of Potassium pentadecanoate include surfactants in home care and cleaning.

Is Potassium pentadecanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Potassium pentadecanoate 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 Potassium pentadecanoate?

Potassium pentadecanoate is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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