Description

(+/-)-2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid CAS NO 19790-86-4 is a versatile chiral hydroxy fatty acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a secondary hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity chiral intermediates for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of bioactive molecules, potential APIs, and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Used to introduce functional groups and chirality into polymers for advanced material applications.
• Liquid Crystal & Display Technology: Serves as a precursor for chiral dopants and components in liquid crystal mixtures.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Intermediate for synthesizing specialty esters and surfactants with unique properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Precursor for the creation of chiral lactones and other aroma compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard reagent in organic chemistry research for methodology development and asymmetric synthesis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid
CAS No.	19790-86-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₂O₃
Molecular Weight	202.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid (racemic); DL-2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid; (±)-2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid; rac-2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxyhendecanoic Acid; Undecylic acid, 2-hydroxy-; α-Hydroxyundecanoic acid
EINECS	243-311-2

Quality Control

Our (+/-)-2-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, enantiomeric ratio, and impurity profiles to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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