Hexadecane Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Cetane
- N-Hexadecane
Hexadecane supplier in Malaysia for personal care, chemical process and fuel-testing buyers. Also known as cetane or n-hexadecane, this straight-chain sixteen-carbon alkane is a colourless liquid traded by grade and purity specification.
Cosmetic grade is selected for emollient and solvent roles in personal-care formulations, while technical grade serves heat-transfer, wax and general process applications. High-purity hexadecane is the reference fuel for diesel cetane number testing and for laboratory work that requires a defined purity.
State the end use, required purity and any documentation requirement when you enquire, so the quoted grade matches the application.
Send the required grade, specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 544-76-3
- Formula
- C16H34
- Grade
- technical grade, cosmetic grade, high-purity reference grade
- Appearance
- colourless liquid
Hexadecane grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical-grade hexadecane | colourless liquid | technical specification | Heat-transfer and process applications, wax-formulation components and general formulation work requiring a straight-chain C16 alkane. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Cosmetic-grade hexadecane | colourless liquid | cosmetic specification | Emollient and solvent component in cosmetics, toiletries and personal-care formulations that specify n-hexadecane. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| High-purity hexadecane | colourless liquid | high-purity specification confirmed with the quotation | Cetane reference fuel for diesel ignition testing and laboratory work that requires a defined n-hexadecane purity. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy hexadecane from ChemTrade
Request a quote for hexadecane
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Identity | hexadecane, the straight-chain sixteen-carbon alkane also called cetane or n-hexadecane | — |
| Appearance | colourless liquid | — |
| CAS number | 544-76-3 | — |
| Molecular formula | C16H34 | — |
| Grade controls | purity, distillation range and water limits confirmed against the quoted specification | — |
Hexadecane applications
Safety and handling
Keep hexadecane sealed in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources. Follow the handling information issued for the quoted grade. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
Common questions about hexadecane
Is hexadecane the same as cetane?
Yes. Cetane is the common name for n-hexadecane, the straight-chain sixteen-carbon alkane. The same compound is used as the primary reference fuel for diesel cetane number testing.
What is hexadecane used for?
Cosmetic formulations use it as an emollient and solvent, industrial users as a heat-transfer and process liquid, and fuel laboratories as the cetane number reference standard.
Which hexadecane grade should I request?
Technical grade for process and formulation work, cosmetic grade for personal-care use, and high-purity grade for reference fuel and analytical work. State the purity specification already in use.
How is hexadecane packed?
Compatible liquid packing is selected for the quoted purity class, quantity and delivery requirements. The exact format is confirmed with the quotation.
What details are needed for a hexadecane price enquiry?
Price depends on whether technical, cosmetic or reference purity is required, the applicable analytical limits, quantity and delivery location. The quotation carries its own validity period.