Description

2-Hydroxydocosanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain hydroxy fatty acid with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure, featuring a hydroxyl group on a C22 backbone, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex surfactants, lubricants, and polymer intermediates. This compound is essential for R&D and production in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and high-performance materials, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for producing non-ionic and anionic surfactants with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) properties.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Used in the formulation of synthetic esters and specialty lubricants that require high thermal stability and excellent boundary lubrication.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a chiral synthon or a lipophilic moiety in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and prodrugs.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Employed in the production of emollients, wax esters, and viscosity modifiers for creams and lotions.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce hydroxyl functionality into polymers, improving adhesion, cross-linking potential, and surface properties.
• Research & Development: A critical standard and reagent in lipid chemistry research, metabolic studies, and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxydocosanoic Acid
CAS No.	13980-14-8
Molecular Formula	C22H44O3
Molecular Weight	356.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxybehenic Acid; α-Hydroxydocosanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxydocosanoic Acid; Docosanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; (R/S)-2-Hydroxydocosanoic Acid; Hydroxybehenic Acid; 2-OH-C22:0; Lignoceric acid, 2-hydroxy- (related)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxydocosanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in pharmaceutical research and specialty chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	95 - 105 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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