Synonym(s): Cetyl mercaptan; Hexadecyl mercaptan; Mercaptan C16
Empirical Formula: C16H34S
Linear Formula: CH3(CH2)15SH
Formula Weight: 258.51
MDL Number: MFCD00011677
Purity: 99%
Boiling Point: 184-191 °C/7 mmHg(lit.)
Melting Point: 18-20 °C(lit.); 20-24 °C
Density: 0.84 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.462(lit.)
Storage: 2-8°C
Beilstein Registry Number: 1748495
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard statements: H319-H413
Precautionary statements: P305 + P351 + P338
Risk Statements (Europe): 36
Safety Statements (Europe): 26
Hazard Codes (Europe): Xi