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C16-C18 Alpha Olefins 98% CAS NO. 68855-59-4 High Purity Alpha Olefin Blend
This high-purity C16-C18 Alpha Olefins blend, with a purity of linear alpha olefins exceeding 98%, is a mixture of straight-chain terminal olefins with carbon chain lengths ranging from 16 to 18. It appears as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid at ambient temperature, with a mild characteristic hydrocarbon odor. Produced through advanced oligomerization of ethylene and rigorous refining processes, this product offers exceptional chemical reactivity and consistent quality. This longer-chain alpha olefin blend is valued for its use in personal care formulations, lubricant additives, and specialty industrial applications where higher molecular weight and hydrophobicity are required.
Scope of Application
· This product is widely used as an emollient and spreading agent in personal care and cosmetic formulations including skin care products, hair care products, and decorative cosmetics .
· It can also be used in the production of lubricants and lubricant additives, including viscosity modifiers and friction modifiers .
· It is suitable for use as an intermediate in the synthesis of paper chemicals, such as alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) for paper sizing .
· It can be used in the production of surfactants and specialty industrial chemicals including amines, amine oxides, and synthetic waxes .
· It is suitable for use in oilfield chemicals, drilling fluids, and as a hydrophobe in various industrial formulations .
Product Features
C16-C18 Alpha Olefins offer high purity with linear alpha olefin content exceeding 98%, ensuring reliable performance in chemical synthesis and formulation applications . Their terminal double bond provides controlled reactivity for efficient functionalization. The controlled carbon chain distribution (C16-C18) ensures consistent physical properties and performance characteristics. The product has a higher melting point compared to shorter alpha olefins, appearing as a low-melting solid or viscous liquid depending on temperature, with a boiling range of approximately 300-320°C and a flash point typically exceeding 140°C . The Company employs advanced analytical instruments such as GC to test the product, ensuring it meets rigorous industrial and cosmetic standards.
Packaging and Transportation
· The products are packaged in new steel drums, IBC containers, or ISO tankers with secure, inerted seals to prevent oxidation. Temperature-controlled packaging may be required during cold weather due to the product's higher melting point .
Safety and Storage
· The product is combustible. Store in a cool, well-ventilated warehouse away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame .
· Keep container tightly closed and store under nitrogen atmosphere to prevent contact with air and formation of peroxides .
· Store separately from strong oxidizing agents .
· Due to its higher melting point (typically 15-25°C), the product may solidify at low temperatures. Gentle heating with agitation may be required to liquefy before use .
· The storage area should be equipped with appropriate fire-fighting equipment and proper grounding to prevent static discharge .
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