Manufacturer Supply Cetyl alcohol/1-Hexadecanol/C16 Alcohol/Palmityl alcohol CAS NO.36653-82-4

product information

chemical name cetyl alcohol

cas # 36653-82-4

einecs 253-149-0

formula c16h34o

molecular weight 242.44

synonyms palmityl alcohol; 1-hexadecanol

description

cetyl alcohol, a white crystalline form, is insoluble in water under ambient conditions, and suitable solvents include acetone, ethanol,

ethyl ether, isopropyl alcohol nd tricholorethylene. cetyl alcohol, composed of c16(99% min), is a waxy white solid under ambient conditions

with a mild soapy odor.

(all properties @ 22°c (72°f), 760mmhg unless stated)

equivalent weight: 246

specific gravity: 0.81 @ 55/25°c

vapor pressure: < 1mmhg

melting point: 124°f (51°c)

viscosity: 9cp @ 63°c

specific heat: 0.47 cal/g. °c

boiling point: >245°c

specification

safety

this product is not regulated as a hazardous substance either in packing group or shipping. disposal must be made according to

local and national regulations. avoid to contact eyes since itt may cause serious eye damage. it may cause allergy or asthma symptoms

or breathing difficulties if inhaled. it may cause an allergic skin reaction if on skin. always refer to the material safety data sheet (msds)

application:

end-use applications for cetyl alcohol include alkyl amines, aluminum rolling lubricants, tertiary amines, antioxidants, concrete anti-spalling agents, cosmetics, defoamers, ethoxylates, halides/mercaptans, lubricant oil additives, methacrylates, phosphated alcohols, plasticizers, plastic lubricants/mold release, polymerization stabilizers, sulphation, sulfated ethoxylates, and epoxy resin diluent.

package:

25kg per bag, 640 bags or 16 mt per 20ft container without pallets; it can be loaded 15 tons if with pallets.

shelf lifetnj stored flaked cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol in bags and drums. flaked cetyl and stearyl alcohol is stable under normal storage conditions for at least three years. no specific data has been collected for the shelf-life

of opened containers of alcohol.

storage & handling

storage temp targets: 135-140°f (57-60°c)

handling temp min-max: 135-145°f (57-63°c)

sensitive properties: carbonyl, color

max steam, psig: 30

nitrogen blanket: yes (4 to 8 oz. of pressure)

load out filter: 1 micron

rail car or tank truck: lined or stainless steel

agitation/recirculation: yes

storage tank: lined carbon steel or stainless steel

pumps and lines: carbon steel.