Chemical Name: 1-Hexadecanol
CAS No.: 36653-82-4
Molecular Formula: C16H34O
MolecularWeight:242.44
Appearance:White crystal
Assay: 98%
Chemical Name: 1-Hexadecanol
CAS No.: 36653-82-4
Molecular Formula: C16H34O
MolecularWeight:242.44
Appearance:White crystal
Assay: 98%
1-HexadecanolQuick Details
Chemical Name: 1-Hexadecanol
Synonyms: Cetyl alcohol; Hexadecyl alcohol; Palmityl alcohol; Cetylic alcohol; n-1-Hexadecanol; n-Cetyl alcohol; n-Hexadecanol; 1-Hexadecyl alcohol
CAS No.: 36653-82-4
Molecular Formula: C16H34O
Chemical Structure:![]()
Molecular Weight:242.44
Appearance:White crystal
Assay: 98%
1-Hexadecanol Typical Properties
| Item | Specifications | Results |
| Appearance | White crystal | Conforms |
| Color Hazen | ≤15 | 5 |
| Acid value, mgKOH/g | ≤0.2 | 0.02 |
| Saponification value, mgKOH/g | ≤0.8 | 0.3 |
| Hydroxyl value, mgKOH/g | 220-240 | 228.2 |
| Iodine value, gi/100g | ≤1.0 | 0.32 |
| Hydrocarbon alkyl | ≤1.0% | 0.49% |
| Total Alcohol | ≥98% | 99.52% |
| C14 alcohol | – | 0.11 |
| C16alcohol | – | 99.13 |
| C18alcohol | – | 0.28 |
| C20alcohol | – | — |
| Moisture | ≤0.15% | 0.02% |
| Melting point | 46-52℃ | 49.7℃ |
| Conclusion | The results conforms with Enterprise standards | |
1-Hexadecanol Usage
1.Used in the manufacture of fragrances spices, cosmetics, detergents, plasticizers, etc.
2.Suitable for all kinds of cosmetics, as a substrate, especially suitable for creams and lotions.
3.Can also be used in defoamers, soil water insulation agents, couplers.
1-HexadecanolPackaging and Shipping
Packing: 25KG/ bag
Delivery: Non-dangerous goods
1-HexadecanolStorage
Storage in a dark, cool, ventilated, and dry environment.