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Octadecane
| General | |
|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C18H38 |
| CAS number | 593-45-3 |
| EC number | 209-790-3 |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Appearance | White crystals or powder |
| Melting point | 28-30° Celsius |
| Boiling point | 317° Celsius |
| Vapour density | 8.8 |
| Vapour pressure | 1 mm Hg at 119° Celsius |
| Specific gravity | 0.777 |
| Flash point | 165° Celsius |
| Explosion limits | - |
| Autoignition temperature | 235° Celsius |
Octadecane is an alkane hydrocarbon with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)16CH3.
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