phytanic acid (CAS 14721-66-5) — formula C20H40O2, molecular weight 312.5; category organic chemicals.
phytanic acid (CAS 14721-66-5) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C20H40O2 comprises 20 C, 40 H, 2 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 312.5. Reported physicochemical data: LogP about 8.3. 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 | 14721-66-5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C20H40O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 312.5 |
| LogP | 8.3 |
| Applications | This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation |
| Category | Organic Chemicals |
Documented applications: This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation.
phytanic acid is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 14721-66-5 and molecular formula C20H40O2 (molecular weight 312.5), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 14721-66-5
Its molecular formula C20H40O2 comprises 20 C, 40 H, 2 O atoms.
Also known as: phytanic acid · 植烷酸
Category: organic chemicals
The CAS registry number of phytanic acid is 14721-66-5.
Molecular formula C20H40O2, molecular weight 312.5.
It is also registered under: phytanic acid, 植烷酸.
Recorded applications: This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation.
Category: Organic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for phytanic acid (CAS 14721-66-5), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 14721-66-5 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 26840 |
| Molecular formula | C20H40O2 |
| IUPAC name | 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid |
| UNII (FDA) | 8OYE5TF5VL |
| Molecular Weight | 312.5 |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | 8.3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 1 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 2 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 14 |
| Exact Mass | 312.302830514 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 312.302830514 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 37.3 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 22 |
PHYTANIC ACID; 14721-66-5; 3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic acid; Phytanoic acid; Hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-; DTXSID80864526; 8OYE5TF5VL; 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecansaeure; 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic acid; CHEBI:16285; NSC-108698; Acid, Phytanic; RefChem:174094; DTXCID00813031; 630-841-4; 3,7R,11R,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic acid
| GHS notification summary | 2.5% (1 / 40) |
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| GHS notification summary | 2.5% (1 / 40) |
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| Reported hazard statements | H315 (97.5%), H319 (97.5%), H335 (97.5%) |
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 2.5% (1 of 40) of reports.
H315 (97.5%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
phytanic acid · CAS 14721-66-5 · C20H40O2. UNII 8OYE5TF5VL.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
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