Octacosane

Independent reference data for Octacosane (CAS 630-02-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

They are used mainly in applications for which isoalkanes are not acceptable for biological reasons, e.g., the production of detergents or proteins. /Higher n-Alkanes/Solid n-alkanes (paraffin waxes) are used in a variety of applications, e.g., ... oxidation, and chlorination reactions. /Higher n-Alkanes/

Synonyms and trade names

OCTACOSANE; n-Octacosane; 630-02-4; DTXSID6058639; VFF49836P8; NSC-5549; CHEBI:32943; RefChem:43509; DTXCID4032326; 211-125-7; Octacosane, n-; MFCD00009355; NSC 5549; CH3-[CH2]26-CH3; NSC 5549; n-Octacosane; Octacosane, analytical standard

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	100% (7 / 7)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	100% (7 / 7)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 100% (7 of 7) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 7 of 7 companies. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

Octacosane · CAS 630-02-4 · C28H58. UNII VFF49836P8. Boiling Point: 808.9 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 432 °C; Boiling Point: 440 °C @760 [mm Hg].

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.