Cetyl alcohol (C16)

CAS Nr.
36653-82-4
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Cetyl alcohol can be produced from natural product (Palm oil), but also in a synthetic way (Ziegler process)

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Identification

CAS no. 36653-82-4
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EC no.
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253-149-0
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Molecul formula
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C16H34O
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REACH status
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01-2119485905-XXXX
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Synonyms
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Hexadecan-1-ol
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E-number / INCI name
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N.A. / CETYL ALCOHOL

Properties

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Appearance
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Solid; colorless liquid when melted.
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Density (60°C)
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approx. 0,80
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Refractive index (20°C)
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N.A.
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Melting point
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45-54