Hexadecene

Hexadecene, also known as cetene, is an alkene containing 16 carbon atoms, with a molecular formula of C16H32. There are many different structural isomers of hexadecene, depending on the location of the double carbon bond.

1-Hexadecene
Names
IUPAC name
Hexadec-1-ene
Other names
1-Hexadecene; Cetene; 1-Cetene; Hexadecylene-1
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
UNII
Properties
C16H32
Molar mass 224.432 g·mol−1
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Density 0.781 g/cm3
Melting point 4 °C (39 °F; 277 K)
Boiling point 285 °C (545 °F; 558 K)
Hazards
Flash point 132 °C (270 °F; 405 K)[1][2]
240 °C (464 °F; 513 K)[1][2]
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

1-Hexadecene is a linear alpha olefin due to the location of its double bond at the primary, or alpha, position (between the first two carbon atoms). 1-Hexadecene is a clear liquid at room temperature.[3][4]

1-Hexadecene is more reactive than other hexadecene isomers, giving it a number of useful applications. For instance, 1-hexadecane is widely used as a surfactant in lubricating fluid, a drilling fluid in the boring and drilling industry, and in paper sizing.[2]

However, the high reactivity of 1-hexadecene means that exposure to air could cause oxidation of its surface layer, forming unwanted impurities. Therefore, it should be stored with the use of tank blanketing, and handled in a dry, inert atmosphere.[3]

References
  1. http://www.merckmillipore.com/GB/en/product/1-Hexadecene,MDA_CHEM-822064
  2. http://www.cpchem.com/msds/100000065709_SDS_EU_EN.PDF
  3. http://www.ineos.com/it/show-document/Render/?grade=Alpha+Olefin+C16&bu=INEOS+Oligomers&documentType=Technical+Data+Sheet&docLanguage=EN
  4. http://www.chemicalland21.com/industrialchem/organic/1-HEXADECENE.htm
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