Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Octadecanoic acid, hexadecyl ester (CAS: 1190-63-2)?
Answer
Octadecanoic acid, hexadecyl ester (CAS: 1190-63-2) is a waxy solid with a molecular weight of approximately 546.75 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is reactive towards bases, undergoing saponification, and can react with carboxylic acids to form esters. It is stable under normal conditions but may hydrolyze in the presence of strong acids or bases.
About
CAS No
1190-63-2
English Name
Octadecanoic acid, hexadecyl ester
Molecular Formula
C34H68O2
Molecular Weight
508.9 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
InChIKey
SSZBUIDZHHWXNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 13:36
