hexadecane (CAS 544-76-3) is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C16H34 and a molecular weight of 226.44 g/mol. It has an InChIKey of DCAYPVUWAIABOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N.
Properties
CAS Number
544-76-3
Formula
C16H34
Molecular Weight
226.44 g/mol
IUPAC Name
hexadecane
InChI Key
DCAYPVUWAIABOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Also Known As
hexadecane is also known as n-Hexadecane, Cetane, n-Cetane, Hexadekan, Cetan, Zetan, among other names.
Hexadecane is a straight-chain alkane with 16 carbon atoms. It is a component of essential oil isolated from long pepper. It has a role as a volatile oil component, a non-polar solvent and a plant metabolite.
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