Description

[R,(-)]-3-o-Benzyl-1-O,2-o-Dihexadecyl-L-Glycerol is a high-purity, chiral glycerol derivative with a defined stereochemistry and long alkyl chains. This compound is a critical synthetic intermediate and building block for advanced materials and pharmaceutical research, offering precise structural control. It is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced lipid synthesis sectors who require high-quality, well-defined intermediates for complex syntheses.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in antiviral and anticancer research.
• Lipid & Surfactant Research: Serves as a core structure for synthesizing novel, non-ionic surfactants, emulsifiers, and lipid conjugates with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB).
• Glycolipid Synthesis: Used in the preparation of synthetic glycolipids for immunological studies and vaccine adjuvant development.
• Chiral Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for creating chiral ligands and auxiliaries used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Advanced Material Science: A monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and self-assembling nanomaterials.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[R,(-)]-3-o-Benzyl-1-O,2-o-Dihexadecyl-L-Glycerol
CAS No.	13071-57-3
Molecular Formula	C48H90O3
Molecular Weight	715.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3-O-Benzyl-1-O,2-O-dihexadecyl-sn-glycerol; 1-O,2-O-Dihexadecyl-3-O-benzyl-sn-glycerol; 1,2-Di-O-hexadecyl-3-O-benzyl-sn-glycerol; sn-3-O-Benzyl-1,2-di-O-hexadecylglycerol; L-3-O-Benzyl-1,2-dihexadecylglycerol; Benzyl ether of 1,2-dihexadecyl-sn-glycerol; Chiral benzyl-protected diglyceride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of [R,(-)]-3-o-Benzyl-1-O,2-o-Dihexadecyl-L-Glycerol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC and structural confirmation by NMR and MS, to ensure compliance with exacting research and process chemistry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and chiral excess is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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