Description

10-Nonadecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol with the CAS registry number 16840-84-9. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and performance additive, valued for its hydrophobic properties and chemical stability. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product formulations.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier Intermediate: Acts as a key raw material for producing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in industrial and household cleaners.
• Personal Care Formulations: Employed as an emollient and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, and cosmetic products.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Functions as a friction modifier and anti-wear agent in synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Used to improve flexibility and processing characteristics of polymers and plastic compounds.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Serves as a softening agent and finishing component in fabric treatment processes.
• Chemical Synthesis: A crucial building block for synthesizing esters, ethers, and other derivatives in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Nonadecanol
CAS No.	16840-84-9
Molecular Formula	C19H40O
Molecular Weight	284.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Nonadecan-10-ol; 10-Hydroxynonadecane; 1-Nonadecanol (isomeric mixture reference); n-Nonadecyl alcohol (related); C19 Alcohol; Fatty alcohol C19; Straight-chain C19 alcohol
EINECS	240-876-3

Quality Control

Our 10-Nonadecanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid / waxy flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	60 - 65 °C
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	190 - 205 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 2.0 g I2/100g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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