Oils, Fats & Waxes
REACH
Tetradecane
CAS Number
629-59-4
EC Number
211-096-0
What is Tetradecane?
Tetradecane (CAS 629-59-4) is a straight-chain alkane hydrocarbon used as a carrier fluid, lubricant base, and reference standard.
Where is Tetradecane used?
- Personal care and cosmetics: lightweight emollient carrier and spreading agent in skin-feel formulations, delivering active ingredients without heavy residue
- Lubricants and metalworking: base fluid or diluent where a well-characterized, narrow-boiling hydrocarbon fraction is required
- Food-contact and flavor research: solvent matrix and GC reference standard for aroma compound analysis
- Dispersion and emulsification systems: low-polarity hydrocarbon phase that stabilizes oil-in-water or water-in-oil formulations
- It also serves as a practical choice for formulators and process engineers requiring a defined hydrocarbon fraction.
Commercial specifications
- Packaging from laboratory quantities to bulk drums
- Reagent-grade and high-purity analytical standards
Other Names (Synonyms)
N-TETRADECANE|03LY784Y58|RefChem:6294|Rubitherm RT 2|Cactus Normal Paraffin N 14
What are the physical properties of Tetradecane?
Melting Point 5.9 °C
Boiling Point 253.7 °C @ Press: 760 Torr
Density 0.7628 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 211 °F
Appearance colourless liquid
Color Clear colorless
Odor Mild waxy
Form Liquid
Water Solubility INSOLUBLE
Vapor Pressure 1 mm Hg ( 76.4 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.429(lit.)
Log P 8.11 at 25℃
How is Tetradecane classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Precautionary Statements
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
P301+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Tetradecane?
HS Code 29011090
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 3