Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Hexyl methanesulfonate (CAS: 16156-50-6)?
Answer
Hexyl methanesulfonate (CAS: 16156-50-6) is a clear, colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 174.23 g/mol. It has a high solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, and acetone but is slightly soluble in water. Chemically, it is relatively stable, but it can undergo hydrolysis in the presence of water to form hexanol and methanesulfonic acid. Its melting point is around -24°C and boiling point at 146-148°C under atmospheric pressure.
About
CAS No
16156-50-6
English Name
Hexyl methanesulfonate
Molecular Formula
C7H16O3S
Molecular Weight
180.27 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCOS(=O)(=O)C
InChIKey
URIRDRHUUFRHAS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-20 00:35
