Heptadecane
CAS Number629-78-7
FormulaCH3(CH2)15CH3
Mol. Weight240.47 g/mol
Heptadecane
What is Heptadecane?
Heptadecane is a chemical compound with CAS number 629-78-7 and molecular formula CH3(CH2)15CH3. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Heptadecane was used as an internal standard in the reaction to study the first direct comparison of kava lactone extraction efficiencies1. It was also used as the appropriate suspended solvent for the extraction and concentration of EO (essential oil)2.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3(CH2)15CH3
Molecular Weight
240.47 g/mol
Assay/Purity
99%
Boiling Point
302 °C(lit.)
Density
0.777 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS08Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H304
Precautionary Statements
P301 + P310-P331
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
20-22 °C(lit.)
EC Number
211-108-4
WGK Germany
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