Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
2917-26-2
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Hexadecanethiol (CAS 2917-26-2) is a long-chain thiol used primarily as a chain transfer agent in free radical polymerization. Its molecular formula is C16H34S, synthesized via catalytic hydrogenation of fatty acid derivatives.
Store under inert atmosphere at controlled temperatures below 25°C to prevent oxidation. Use appropriate PPE due to skin irritation risks; avoid inhalation of vapors. Not approved for direct pharmaceutical or clinical applications.