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CAS 143-27-1

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Hexadecylamine

Description:
Hexadecylamine, with the CAS number 143-27-1, is a long-chain primary amine characterized by its straight-chain structure consisting of 16 carbon atoms. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on temperature, and has a distinctive amine odor. Hexadecylamine is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and chloroform but is insoluble in water due to its hydrophobic alkyl chain. This compound exhibits surfactant properties, making it useful in various applications, including as a corrosion inhibitor, emulsifier, and in the formulation of personal care products. Its long hydrophobic tail allows it to interact with lipid membranes, while the amine group can participate in hydrogen bonding. Hexadecylamine can also undergo reactions typical of amines, such as alkylation and acylation, and can form salts with acids. Due to its potential for skin irritation, appropriate safety measures should be taken when handling this substance. Overall, hexadecylamine is a versatile compound with significant industrial and research applications.
Formula:C16H35N
InChI:InChI=1S/C16H35N/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17/h2-17H2,1H3
InChI key:InChIKey=FJLUATLTXUNBOT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCCCCCCC)CCCCCCCN
Synonyms:
  • 1-Aminohexadecane
  • 1-Hexadecanamine
  • 1-Hexadecanylamine
  • A16
  • Alamine 6
  • Alamine 6D
  • Amine PB
  • Armeen 16D
  • Cetylamine
  • HDA
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