Molekula
n-Eicosane
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n-Eicosane is a saturated hydrocarbon used in research and industrial applications such as lubricants, coatings, and calibration standards. It is also used as an ingredient in cosmetic formulations and as a plasticizer, in addition to its role in lubricant production. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a melting point of 36–38 °C. CAS: 112-95-8, molecular formula: C20H42, molecular weight: 282.55 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies n-Eicosane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White fused solid |
| Melting Point | 36 - 40°C |
| Assay GC | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 112 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 36.48 °C |
| Boiling Point | 344.1 °C |
| Density | 0.7886 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 0.0019 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ether, petroleum ether, benzene; slightly soluble in chloroform; very soluble acetone |
| Vapour Pressure | 4.62 × 10⁻⁶ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4425 |
Source: PubChem CID 8222 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 45515231 |
| CAS Number | 112-95-8 |
| IUPAC Name | icosane |
| EC Number | 204-018-1 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)18CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 282.55 |
| Exact Mass | 282.3287 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC |
| InChIKey | CBFCDTFDPHXCNY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C20H42/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-20H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8222 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29011050 |
| Tariff Code | 2901100000 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- DIDECYL
- EICOSANE
- Eicosane; MPCM 37; NSC 62789; Parafol 20Z; n-Eicosane
- Icosane
- LFA
- n-icosane
- NCIOpen2_003284
- Nonadecane, methyl-
- octyldodecane
- PARAFOL 20Z
Frequently asked questions
What is n-Eicosane used for?
n-Eicosane is primarily used as a standard in gas chromatography and as a reference material in analytical chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of n-Eicosane?
The formula is CH3(CH2)18CH3 with a molecular weight of 282.55 g/mol.
How should n-Eicosane be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources due to its flammability.
What grade of n-Eicosane does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies n-Eicosane in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply n-Eicosane in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply n-Eicosane in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of n-Eicosane?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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