N-Hexadecane
Your Professional N-Hexadecane Supplier
Our goal is to become your true partner in the field of n-hexadecane in China. Nanjing ZL Energy Co.,Ltd mainly engaged in the technology research and development, production and sales of refrigerant, foaming agent and other energy products as well as fluorine refrigerant series products. We have a skilled engineering team dedicated to refining every stage, from product development and process improvement to production oversight, ensuring every product delivered meets rigorous quality and performance standards. The price is competitive and the product is quality-assured, which is a good choice for your long-term cooperation.
Why Choose Us
Fast transportation
In order to better serve customers, the company has established its own dangerous goods transportation fleet and established a stable and efficient transportation channel.
Production equipment
We have 4 production lines, pressure horizontal storage tanks, spherical tanks and a complete analytical laboratory.
Our certification
We have ISO, SGS, ROHS and other certifications.
Our services
In the pre-sales stage, our team of experts will recommend the most suitable products according to the needs of customers and provide detailed technical consultation. During the sales period, we ensure timely delivery and provide installation guidance. For after-sales, we provide long-term technical support, warranty services and spare parts to help customers maximize the use of products and get reliable maintenance during use.
Advantages of N-Hexadecane
Adding n-hexadecane to biodiesel can improve its combustion performance and reduce emissions. Specifically, it has been shown to increase thermal efficiency and heat dissipation rate. N-hexadecane, being a high-quality diesel fuel, can contribute to higher engine power output, particularly when blended with other fuels like ethanol.
Properties of N-Hexadecane
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Product name |
N-hexadecane |
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Density |
0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
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Boiling point |
286.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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Melting point |
18 °C (lit.) |
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Molecular formula |
C16H34 |
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Molecular weight |
226.441 |
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Flash point |
135.0±0.0 °C |
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Exact mass |
226.266052 |
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LogP |
9.26 |
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Appearance |
Colorless liquid |
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Vapor density |
7.8 (vs air) |
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Vapor pressure |
0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
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Refractive index |
1.434 |
Use of N-Hexadecane
Automobile fuel: Hexadecane is one of the important indicators for measuring the anti-knock performance of gasoline, and it is also an internationally accepted evaluation indicator. High cetane gasoline has stronger anti-knock performance, more complete combustion, more abundant horsepower output, and also helps to reduce emission pollutants. Therefore, hexadecane is often added to automobile fuel to improve the quality of the fuel.
Lubricants: Hexadecane is also widely used in the field of mechanical lubricants. It has good lubricating properties, can maintain the stability of the lubricating film under high temperature and high load conditions, protect mechanical equipment from wear and tear, and extend service life.
Cosmetics and medicine: Because hexadecane has good chemical stability, is not easy to volatilize, and has the characteristics of lubricating properties and softness, it is widely used in the fields of cosmetics and medicine. Hexadecane can be used as a base oil or emulsifier in the formulation of cosmetics, which can make the application smooth and easy to absorb, while keeping the skin moisturized.
Industrial field: In addition to the above-mentioned fields, hexadecane is also widely used in the industrial field. For example, in chemical production, it can be used as a solvent and fluid medium; in the textile industry, it can be used as a spinning machine oil; in the food processing industry, it can be used as an oil film protector, waterproofing agent, bactericide, etc.
Preparation Method of N-Hexadecane
In a reaction flask equipped with a stirrer, a reflux condenser, and a ventilation conduit, add 920 mL of glacial acetic acid, 327 g (1 mol) of zinc powder, and 352 g (1 mol) of 1-iodohexadecane in turn, and slowly pass Dry hydrogen chloride gas was introduced until saturation. After stirring in a steam bath for 5 hours, cooling, and then introducing dry hydrogen chloride gas. This was repeated for a total of 25h. After cooling, the upper layer of oil was separated, and the residue was poured into 3L of water.
The zinc powder was filtered off, and the filter residue was washed with water and ether in turn. The filtrate was extracted with ether (500 mL×2). The ether extract was combined with the oil fractionated above. Wash with 20% sodium hydroxide liquid and water in turn, dry with anhydrous sodium sulfate, fractional distillation under reduced pressure, collect fractions at 156-158°C/1.85kPa to obtain n-hexadecane 192g, yield 85%. Note: 1-bromohexadecane can also be used instead of 1-iodohexadecane.
Safety Guidelines for Using N-Hexadecane
Evacuate the personnel in the leakage contaminated area to the safe area, prohibit irrelevant personnel from entering the contaminated area, and it is recommended that emergency treatment personnel wear gas masks and chemical protective clothing. Absorb with sand, vermiculite or other inert materials, collect and transport to the waste disposal site. It can also be scrubbed with an emulsion made of non-flammable dispersant, and the diluted washing water is put into the wastewater system. If a large amount of leakage occurs, use the dike to contain it, and then collect, transfer, recycle or harmlessly treat it before discarding.
Closed operation, local exhaust. Prevent vapor from leaking into the air in the workplace. Operators must undergo special training and strictly abide by the operating procedures. It is recommended that operators wear self-priming filter gas masks (half masks), chemical safety protective glasses, rubber acid and alkali resistant clothing, and rubber acid and alkali resistant gloves. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the workplace. Use explosion-proof ventilation systems and equipment.
Packing and Shipping of N-Hexadecane
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Packing |
Be stored in high-pressure cylinders or tanks |
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Shipping |
Shipped by road, sea, rail |
FAQ
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