Description

Benzenemethanol, 3,4,5-Tris(Octadecyloxy)- is a high-purity, long-chain alkylated benzyl alcohol derivative, identified by CAS No. 233281-31-7. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique combination of a polar phenolic head group and long hydrophobic tails. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty surfactant sectors seeking to modify surface properties and enhance material compatibility.

Application

• Polymer Additive: Acts as a plasticizer, lubricant, or processing aid for specialty polymers and resins.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to alter surface energy and wettability in coatings and composite materials.
• Lubricant Formulation: Serves as a high-performance additive or base fluid component in synthetic lubricants and greases.
• Specialty Surfactant Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing non-ionic surfactants with specific HLB values.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a protected phenol or a long-chain alkylating agent in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and liquid crystalline materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanol, 3,4,5-Tris(Octadecyloxy)-
CAS No.	233281-31-7
Molecular Formula	C₆₁H₁₂₄O₄
Molecular Weight	933.7 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4,5-Tris(octadecyloxy)benzyl Alcohol; 1-(3,4,5-Tris(octadecyloxy)phenyl)methanol; Gallic Acid Tris(stearyl) Ether Benzyl Alcohol; Tris(stearyloxy)benzyl Alcohol; 3,4,5-Tri-O-octadecyl Gallic Alcohol; Long-chain Alkylated Benzyl Alcohol Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanol, 3,4,5-Tris(Octadecyloxy)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and technical compliance for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.