Description

2-Hydroxyeicosanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain hydroxy fatty acid with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its unique amphiphilic structure, featuring a polar hydroxyl group on a long aliphatic chain, makes it a valuable building block for creating specialized surfactants, lubricants, and polymeric materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, including lipid-based drugs and prostanoids.
• Specialty Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used to formulate high-performance, biodegradable surfactants for cosmetic, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning applications.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Acts as a friction modifier and thickening agent in the production of advanced synthetic lubricants and greases.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to modify flexibility, hydrophobicity, and biocompatibility of polyesters and polyurethanes.
• Cosmetic Ingredient: Utilized in skincare formulations for its emollient properties and as a precursor to skin-identical ceramides.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) in chromatographic analysis for lipidomics and quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyeicosanoic Acid
CAS No.	16742-48-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₄₀O₃
Molecular Weight	328.53 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyarachidic Acid; α-Hydroxyeicosanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxyicosanoic Acid; (±)-2-Hydroxyeicosanoic Acid; DL-2-Hydroxyeicosanoic Acid; Arachidic Acid, 2-hydroxy-; Eicosanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; 2-Hydroxy-icosanoic acid
EINECS	240-799-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyeicosanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our production facilities and processes are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to prevent oxidation and absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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