CAS 7390-81-0

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

Description:

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane, with the CAS number 7390-81-0, is a cyclic ether that belongs to the class of epoxides, which are characterized by a three-membered cyclic structure containing an oxygen atom. This compound is derived from octadecane, a long-chain saturated hydrocarbon, through the introduction of an epoxide functional group at the 1 and 2 positions. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is known for its relatively low reactivity compared to other epoxides, although it can undergo ring-opening reactions in the presence of nucleophiles. 1,2-Epoxyoctadecane is of interest in various applications, including as a potential intermediate in organic synthesis and in the production of surfactants or plasticizers. Its properties, such as solubility and boiling point, are influenced by its long hydrocarbon chain, which contributes to its hydrophobic characteristics. Safety data should be consulted for handling and exposure guidelines, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

InChI: InChI=1S/C18H36O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-18-17-19-18/h18H,2-17H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=QBJWYMFTMJFGOL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)C1CO1

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Epoxyoctadecane C18
• 1,2-Octadecene epoxide
• 1,2-Octadecylene oxide
• 1-Octadecene oxide
• 2-Hexadecyloxirane
• Epoxide C 18
• Hexadecyloxirane
• Octadecane, 1,2-epoxy-
• Octadecylene oxide
• Oxirane, 2-hexadecyl-
• Oxirane, hexadecyl-
• Vikolox 18
• Vilolox C₁₆

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

CAS: 7390-81-0

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

Purity: >85.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White or Colorless to Almost white or Almost colorless powder to lump to clear liquid

Molecular weight: 268.49

Ref: 3B-E0313

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane, tech. 85%

CAS: 7390-81-0

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane can be used to produce octadecane-1,2-diol at heating. It is used in agrochemical, pharmaceutical and dyestuff field . This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

Purity: 85%

Color and Shape: White, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or fused solid or lumps

Molecular weight: 268.49

Ref: 02-L07622

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

CAS: 7390-81-0

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

Purity: >85%

Molecular weight: 268.48

Ref: 54-OR1025217

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

CAS: 7390-81-0

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

Purity: 85%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 268.4778

Ref: IN-DA003DF6

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

CAS: 7390-81-0

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 268.48

Ref: IN-DG53452

1,2-Epoxyoctadecane

CAS: 7390-81-0

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O

Purity: 85%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 268.485

Ref: 10-F046810