3-Hexadecanol is a C16 secondary fatty alcohol. It is a waxy solid at room temperature and is an isomer of cetyl alcohol, which is derived from natural sources.
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CAS 593-03-3
3-heptanol
Flavoring agent or adjuvant
Boron trifluoride-butyl ether complex
Lewis acid catalyst
Potassium stearate
metallic soap as lubricating agent
Methylammonium chloride
Organic synthesis and tanning agent
Fluoromethane
refrigerant and aerosol propellant
hexadecan-3-ol
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