CAS Number: 6703-98-6
Octatetracontane (C48H98) is a long-chain saturated hydrocarbon belonging to the alkane series, used as a reference standard and wax component in agrochemical formulation research and cuticular wax studies. It is a component of plant cuticular wax and is used as a model compound in research programmes investigating leaf surface properties and the penetration of agrochemical active ingredients. AB Enterprises supplies Octatetracontane in high purity for use in analytical reference standard preparation and formulation development. The compound is chemically inert, of low toxicity, and is handled under standard hydrocarbon storage and handling protocols.
| CAS Number | 6703-98-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C48H98 |
| Molecular Weight | 675.29 g/mol |
| Appearance | White waxy solid to powder |
| Assay / Purity | ≥97.0% (GC) |
| Melting Point | 96–98 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, ventilated place in sealed containers away from ignition sources |
| Packaging | As per requirement |
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