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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester

Also known as Hexyl tetradecanoate, Hexyl myristate, WE(6:0/14:0)

CAS 42231-99-2Formula C20H40O2Molar mass 312.54 g/molEC 255-722-0
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Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester chemical structure, C20H40O2, CAS 42231-99-2
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
42231-99-2
Formula
C20H40O2
Molar mass
312.54 g/mol
EC number
255-722-0
HS code
291590
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hexyl tetradecanoate is a fatty acid ester.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
hexyl tetradecanoate
CAS number
42231-99-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
255-722-0
Molecular formula
C20H40O2
UNII
LNY245B4EA
InChIKey
JIFCVUWJQMDNTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H40O2/c1-3-5-7-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-18-20(21)22-19-17-8-6-4-2/h3-19H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCCCCC

Synonyms

  • Hexyl tetradecanoate
  • Hexyl myristate
  • WE(6:0/14:0)
  • n-hexyl myristate
  • n-Hexyl n-tetradecanoate
  • Myristic acid hexyl ester
  • WE 6:0/14:0

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
312.54 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
312.3028 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.81calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.95calc.
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

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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Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

Regulatory status

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United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive 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 Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester 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%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester, based on the data on this page

What is Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester?

Hexyl tetradecanoate is a fatty acid ester.

What is the CAS number of Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester?

The CAS registry number of Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester is 42231-99-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester?

The molecular formula of Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester is C20H40O2 and its molar mass is 312.54 g/mol.

What is Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester used for?

Known uses and roles of Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester include building blocks in research and laboratory and flavouring and nutrient.

Is Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester 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 Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester?

Tetradecanoic acid, hexyl ester 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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