Description

Hexadecenoic Acid CAS NO 17004-51-2 is a monounsaturated fatty acid of significant industrial interest. This C16:1 fatty acid serves as a versatile intermediate and functional component in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and advanced materials. It is particularly valuable for manufacturers in the oleochemical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking to develop products with specific physical and chemical properties derived from its unsaturated chain.

Application

• Oleochemical Intermediates: A key raw material for producing surfactants, emulsifiers, and lubricant additives.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Used in the formulation of emollients, creams, and lotions for its skin-conditioning properties.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for prodrugs and bioactive lipid molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce flexibility and modify the characteristics of polymers and alkyd resins.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in biochemical and nutritional studies.
• Specialty Esters Production: Used in the manufacture of high-value esters for flavors, fragrances, and plasticizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecenoic Acid
CAS No.	17004-51-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	254.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitoleic Acid; cis-9-Hexadecenoic Acid; (9Z)-Hexadec-9-enoic Acid; 9-Hexadecenoic Acid; C16:1 n-7 Fatty Acid; Zoomaric Acid; 9-Palmitoleic Acid; ω-7 Fatty Acid
EINECS	241-079-4

Quality Control

Our Hexadecenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications, including identity, purity, and acid value. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its susceptibility to oxidation, prolonged exposure to air and elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	210 - 225 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	95 - 105 g I₂/100g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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