Pentadecane Cas 629-62-9

Pentadecane Details

Chemical Name: Pentadecane

Synonyms: NSC 172781; n-Pentadecane

CAS No.: 629-62-9

Molecular Formula: C15H32

Molecular Weight: 212.41

Molecular Structure:

Appearance: liquid

Pentadecane Typical Properties

Melting point	8-10 °C(lit.)
Boiling point	270 °C(lit.)
Density	0.769 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Water Solubility	Immiscible with water.
Storage	Store below +30°C.
Appearance	Liquid
Colour	Colorless
Flash point	270 °F
Vapor Pressure	1 mm Hg ( 91.6 °C)
Refractive index	n20/D 1.431(lit.)
Vapor density	7.4 (vs air)

Pentadecane Usage

Widely used in cosmetics and personal care products as a lubricant and softener to give products a smooth touch.
As an important organic solvent, it is often used in the manufacture of coatings, inks and adhesives.
Used to prepare lubricating materials such as synthetic lubricants and gasoline additives.
Used as an internal standard for gas chromatography determination of borneol and other substances.

Pentadecane Packaging and Shipping

Packing: 25KG/Drum

Pentadecane Storage

Keep in a well-closed, light-resistant, dry and cool place.