Description

5-Octadecanone is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic ketone with the CAS registry number 18276-99-8. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel compounds and fine-tuning product formulations.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Acts as a key building block for synthesizing musk-like odorants and complex flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals.
• Research & Development: Serves as a crucial reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D for studying ketone chemistry and reaction mechanisms.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the formulation of lubricant additives, plasticizers, and surface-active agents.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a calibration standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Octadecanone
CAS No.	18276-99-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₆O
Molecular Weight	268.48 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxooctadecane; Octadecan-5-one; Stearyl Methyl Ketone; Methyl Pentadecyl Ketone; 1-Pentadecyl Methyl Ketone; NSC 66483
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Quality Control

Our 5-Octadecanone is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specific requirements.

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 crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	50 - 54 °C

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