Description

9-Octyl-9-Heptadecanol is a high-molecular-weight branched-chain fatty alcohol. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, prized for its hydrophobic and emollient properties. It is particularly valuable for manufacturers in the personal care, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• As a key emollient and skin-conditioning agent in high-end cosmetic and personal care formulations, such as creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Functioning as a hydrophobic intermediate in the synthesis of specialty surfactants and lubricant additives.
• Utilized as a plasticizer and processing aid in polymer and resin production to improve flexibility and workability.
• Acting as a carrier or solvent for active ingredients in agrochemical and pharmaceutical applications.
• Serving as a raw material for the production of esters used in synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Employed in research and development as a standard or building block for novel organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Octyl-9-Heptadecanol
CAS No.	17687-72-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₅₂O
Molecular Weight	368.69 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Heptadecanol, 9-octyl-; 9-Octylheptadecan-9-ol; Heptadecanol, 9-octyl-; Isoarachidyl Alcohol; Branched C25 Alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Octyl-9-Heptadecanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for industrial and specialty use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details

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