Hexadecane
CAS 544-76-3
EC 208-878-9
Formula C16H34
MW 260.65 g/mol
Oils, Fats & Waxes Personal Care & CosmeticsLubricants & MetalworkingTextile, Leather & PaperOil, Gas & Energy LubricationEmulsification & DispersionSurface Modification & Wetting
Description
Hexadecane (CAS 544-76-3), also known as cetane or n-cetane, is a straight-chain saturated hydrocarbon with the molecular formula C16H34. It carries no E-code designation and is commercially referenced under trade identifiers including TS 6. It is classified under HS code 29011000 and falls within the surfactants category.
In personal care formulations, hexadecane functions as an emollient and emulsion stabilizer by reducing interfacial tension between oil and water phases, improving texture and spreadability in creams and conditioners. In lubricants and metalworking fluids, it acts as a base carrier and lubricating agent, forming a protective film that reduces friction between metal surfaces.
Hexadecane is supplied as a colourless liquid in technical and cosmetic grades, with availability subject to REACH compliance for EU market supply. Procurement quantities typically range from drum to IBC formats. Buyers should confirm grade specification against intended application, particularly for personal care or energy sector use.
In personal care formulations, hexadecane functions as an emollient and emulsion stabilizer by reducing interfacial tension between oil and water phases, improving texture and spreadability in creams and conditioners. In lubricants and metalworking fluids, it acts as a base carrier and lubricating agent, forming a protective film that reduces friction between metal surfaces.
Hexadecane is supplied as a colourless liquid in technical and cosmetic grades, with availability subject to REACH compliance for EU market supply. Procurement quantities typically range from drum to IBC formats. Buyers should confirm grade specification against intended application, particularly for personal care or energy sector use.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 18.14 °C |
| Boiling Point | 286.5 °C |
| Density | 0.77335 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 275 °F |
| Appearance | colourless liquid |
| Color | Colorless |
| Form | Liquid |
| Water Solubility | This product is soluble in acetone, alcohol, ether. It is insoluble in water.Soluble in alcohol, acetone, chloroform, and ether. insoluble in water |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mm Hg ( 105.3 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.434(lit.) |
| Log P | 8.2 at 25℃ |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Warning GHS08 GHS07
H
H304H315
P
P264P280P321P331P405P501P301+P316P302+P352P332+P317P362+P364
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29011000 |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
Other Names
cetaneC16H34TS 6Bioctyln-CetaneMPCM 18DHexeadecanen-Hexadecane
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