Applications
1-Hexadecene is used as an intermediate for organic synthesis. It is utilized as a blend for off-shore drilling fluids. It is also used as a surface active agent, finishing agent, process regulator, functional fluid, lubricant and lubricant additive. Further, it acts as comonomers in polymer such as low density polyethylenes, which shows thiner, flexibility and tearing resistance.

Solubility
Miscible with ether, petroleum ether and alcohol. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.