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n-Tricosane
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n-Tricosane is a long-chain alkane hydrocarbon primarily used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry and as a phase change material for thermal energy storage. It also serves as a starting material in organic synthesis, and straight-chain higher alkanes like it are used as feedstocks for detergent production. This product has the CAS number 638-67-5 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies n-Tricosane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035471
- CAS Number
- 638-67-5
- IUPAC Name
- tricosane
- EC Number
- 211-347-4
- Exact Mass
- 324.3756
- SMILES
- CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
- InChIKey
- FIGVVZUWCLSUEI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C23H48/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-23-22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-23H2,1-2H3
- PubChem CID
- 12534
Synonyms
- Docosane, methyl-
- TRICOSANE
- TRICOSANE [STANDARD MATERIAL FOR GC]
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- White solid
- Odour
- Odorless
- Melting Point
- 47.4 °C
- Boiling Point
- 381 °C
- Density
- 0.7785 g/cm³ at 48 °C
- Water Solubility
- Insoluble in water
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in alcohol
- Vapour Pressure
- 1.74 × 10⁻⁵ mmHg at 25 °C (extrapolated)
Source: PubChem CID 12534 (HSDB)
Frequently asked questions
What is n-Tricosane used for?
n-Tricosane is primarily used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry, particularly in gas chromatography, and as a component in phase change materials.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of n-Tricosane?
The chemical formula for n-Tricosane is C23H48 and it has a molecular weight of 324.63 g/mol.
How should n-Tricosane be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials.
What grade of n-Tricosane is available?
Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.
Can Molekula supply n-Tricosane in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply n-Tricosane in various quantities ranging from research amounts to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.