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Trimethylolhexane

Also known as 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pentylpropane-1,3-diol, 2-n-pentyl-2-hydroxymethyl-propan-1,3-diol

CAS 20762-79-2Formula C9H20O3Molar mass 176.26 g/mol
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Trimethylolhexane chemical structure, C9H20O3, CAS 20762-79-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
20762-79-2
Formula
C9H20O3
Molar mass
176.26 g/mol
HS code
290549
Category
Alcohols and polyols

What is Trimethylolhexane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Trimethylolhexane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H20O3 and a molar mass of 176.26 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 20762-79-2. The IUPAC name is 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pentylpropane-1,3-diol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pentylpropane-1,3-diol
CAS number
20762-79-2
Molecular formula
C9H20O3
InChIKey
KXZLHMICGMACLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H20O3/c1-2-3-4-5-9(6-10,7-11)8-12/h10-12H,2-8H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCC(CO)(CO)CO

Synonyms

  • 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pentylpropane-1,3-diol
  • 2-n-pentyl-2-hydroxymethyl-propan-1,3-diol

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
176.26 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
176.1412 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.53calc.
Topological polar surface area
60.69 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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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 Trimethylolhexane is traded under.

HS 2905.49Indicative HS code

Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…

World exports in 2024
$474M
−0.8% vs 2023, imports $513M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China59.8%
  2. France * partner reported9.8%
  3. Netherlands8.0%
Top importers
  1. United States16.3%
  2. South Korea7.8%
  3. Germany7.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Trimethylolhexane 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 Trimethylolhexane?

Trimethylolhexane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H20O3 and a molar mass of 176.26 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 20762-79-2. The IUPAC name is 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pentylpropane-1,3-diol.

What is the CAS number of Trimethylolhexane?

The CAS registry number of Trimethylolhexane is 20762-79-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Trimethylolhexane?

The molecular formula of Trimethylolhexane is C9H20O3 and its molar mass is 176.26 g/mol.

What is Trimethylolhexane used for?

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

Is Trimethylolhexane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Trimethylolhexane 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 Trimethylolhexane?

Trimethylolhexane is usually classified under HS code 290549 (Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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