Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Hexadecyl methacrylate (CAS: 2495-27-4)?
Answer
Hexadecyl methacrylate (CAS: 2495-27-4) is a colorless or slightly yellowish liquid. It has a molecular weight of approximately 312.47 g/mol and is slightly soluble in water but miscible with organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is reactive, especially under UV light or heat, and can polymerize to form poly(methacrylates).
About
CAS No
2495-27-4
English Name
Hexadecyl methacrylate
Molecular Formula
C20H38O2
Molecular Weight
310.52 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCOC(=O)C(=C)C
InChIKey
ZNAOFAIBVOMLPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 21:42
