Synonym(s): Hexadecanoyl chloride
Empirical Formula: C16H31ClO
Linear Formula: CH3(CH2)14COCl
Formula Weight: 274.87
MDL Number: MFCD00000742
Purity: 98%
Boiling Point: 88-90 °C/0.2 mmHg(lit.)
Melting Point: 11-13 °C(lit.)
Density: 0.906 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.452(lit.)
Beilstein Registry Number: 972409
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements: H314
Precautionary statements: P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Supplemental Hazard Statements: Reacts violently with water.
Risk Statements (Europe): 14-34
Safety Statements (Europe): 26-36/37/39-43-45
Hazard Codes (Europe): C