👉 Hexadecanoic is a chemical compound that consists of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms. It is also known as the "hexadecane" or "hexacene." The name "hexadecanoic" comes from the Greek word "hexa," meaning six, and "decano," meaning twelve. Hexadecanoic is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, non-toxic substance that is used as a propellant in many industrial processes.