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Hexadecyl Ether (CAS 4113-12-6)

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Alternate Names:
Dihexadecyl Ether
CAS Number:
4113-12-6
Molecular Weight:
466.88
Molecular Formula:
C32H66O
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Hexadecyl Ether is a chemical compound that functions as a surfactant in experimental applications. It acts by reducing the surface tension of liquids, allowing them to spread more easily across solid surfaces. Hexadecyl Ether can also function as an emulsifier, helping to stabilize mixtures of liquids that would otherwise separate. At the molecular level, Hexadecyl Ether interacts with the interface between two immiscible phases, such as oil and water, to facilitate their mixing. Hexadecyl Ether′s mechanism of action involves its hydrophobic tail interacting with nonpolar substances, while its hydrophilic head interacts with polar substances, allowing it to bridge the gap between them.


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Hexadecyl Ether, 25 g

sc-487184
25 g
$281.00