Description

Pentadecanedioic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain dicarboxylic acid with the CAS number 1460-18-0. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. It is essential for manufacturers in the specialty chemical, pharmaceutical, and high-performance materials sectors seeking to develop novel products with enhanced properties.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing polyamides (nylon), polyesters, and other specialty polymers with specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly for compounds requiring a long aliphatic chain.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Acts as a precursor for ester-based synthetic lubricants and additives that offer superior stability and performance.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Employed in formulations to create protective coatings and inhibitors for industrial applications.
• Fragrance & Flavor Precursors: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing macrocyclic musks and other fragrance compounds.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Used in the production of emollients, surfactants, and other functional ingredients for personal care products.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in organic chemistry R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Adhesive & Coating Resins: Incorporated into resin formulations to modify flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentadecanedioic Acid
CAS No.	1460-18-0
Molecular Formula	C15H28O4
Molecular Weight	272.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1,13-Tridecanedicarboxylic Acid; Pentadecane-1,15-dioic Acid; 1,15-Pentadecanedioic Acid; Pentadecanedioic Acid; Pentadecanedioc Acid; α,ω-Pentadecanedioic Acid; Pentadecandisäure (German); Acide pentadécane-1,15-dioïque (French)
EINECS	215-958-1

Quality Control

Our Pentadecanedioic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	120 - 124 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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