phytane (CAS 638-36-8) — formula C20H42, molecular weight 282.5; category organic chemicals.
phytane (CAS 638-36-8) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C20H42 comprises 20 C, 42 H atoms. Its molecular weight is about 282.5. Reported physicochemical data: boiling point around BP: 69-71 °C at 0.001 mm Hg, LogP about 9.9. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 638-36-8 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C20H42 |
| Molecular Weight | 282.5 |
| Boiling Point | BP: 69-71 °C at 0.001 mm Hg |
| LogP | 9.9 |
| Applications | Biomarker, A hydrocarbon found in rock specimens 2.5-3 billion years old. Known to be synthesized only by living organisms (is a derivative of chlorophyll) and to withstand heat and pressure, so helps to date the existence of life on earth, The distribution of pristane and phytane relative to the neighboring n-C17 and n-C18 peaks has been used to aid in the identification of crude oils and to detect the onset of biodegradation, The ratio of dibenzothiophene to phenanthrene and the ratio of pristane to phytane, when coupled together |
| Category | Organic Chemicals |
Documented applications: Biomarker, A hydrocarbon found in rock specimens 2.5-3 billion years old. Known to be synthesized only by living organisms (is a derivative of chlorophyll) and to withstand heat and pressure, so helps to date the existence of life on earth, The distribution of pristane and phytane relative to the neighboring n-C17 and n-C18 peaks has been used to aid in the identification of crude oils and to detect the onset of biodegradation, The ratio of dibenzothiophene to phenanthrene and the ratio of pristane to phytane, when coupled together.
phytane is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 638-36-8 and molecular formula C20H42 (molecular weight 282.5), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 638-36-8
Its molecular formula C20H42 comprises 20 C, 42 H atoms.
Also known as: phytane · 植烷
Category: organic chemicals
The CAS registry number of phytane is 638-36-8.
Molecular formula C20H42, molecular weight 282.5.
It is also registered under: phytane, 植烷.
Recorded applications: Biomarker, A hydrocarbon found in rock specimens 2.5-3 billion years old. Known to be synthesized only by living organisms (is a derivative of chlorophyll) and to withstand heat and pressure, so helps to date the existence of life on earth, The distribution of pristane and phytane relative to the neighboring n-C17 and n-C18 peaks has been used to aid in the identification of crude oils and to detect the onset of biodegradation, The ratio of dibenzothiophene to phenanthrene and the ratio of pristane to phytane, when coupled together.
Category: Organic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for phytane (CAS 638-36-8), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 638-36-8 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 12523 |
| Molecular formula | C20H42 |
| IUPAC name | 2,6,10,14-tetramethylhexadecane |
| UNII (FDA) | 27UZX1Q8TR |
| Molecular Weight | 282.5 |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | 9.9 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 0 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 13 |
| Exact Mass | 282.328651340 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 282.328651340 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 0 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 20 |
| Boiling Point | BP: 69-71 °C at 0.001 mm Hg |
|---|---|
| Density | 282.55 |
Phytane; 638-36-8; 2,6,10,14-TETRAMETHYLHEXADECANE; 27UZX1Q8TR; CHEBI:48937; DTXSID70862339; RefChem:174093; DTXCID70811120; 211-332-2; Phytan; 2,6,10,14-tetramethyl-hexadecane; Hexadecane, 2,6,10,14-tetramethyl-; EINECS 211-332-2; Hexadecane,2,6,10,14-tetramethyl-; UNII-27UZX1Q8TR; Phytane, analytical standard
| GHS notification summary | 100% (5 / 5) |
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| GHS notification summary | 100% (5 / 5) |
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This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 100% (5 of 5) of all reports.
Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 5 of 5 companies. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.
phytane · CAS 638-36-8 · C20H42. UNII 27UZX1Q8TR. Boiling Point: BP: 69-71 °C at 0.001 mm Hg; Density: 282.55.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
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