Description

Guggultetrol-18,1,2,3,4-Octadecanetetrol is a high-purity, long-chain tetraol compound, also known as octadecanetetrol, valued for its unique multi-hydroxyl functionality. This chemical serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise molecular architecture for creating complex polymers and specialty materials. It is particularly relevant for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries, where controlled polyol structures are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, lipid-based drug delivery systems, and prodrugs.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a polyfunctional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing polyesters, polyurethanes, and alkyd resins with specific properties.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Serves as a humectant, emollient, or base material for synthesizing esters used in creams, lotions, and other formulations.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing synthetic esters used as high-performance lubricants, plasticizers, and non-ionic surfactants.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in chemical research exploring lipid chemistry, supramolecular structures, and new material science.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized to create custom derivatives and fine chemicals for niche industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Guggultetrol-18,1,2,3,4-Octadecanetetrol
CAS No.	105368-62-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₈O₄
Molecular Weight	318.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Octadecanetetrol; Octadecane-1,2,3,4-tetrol; Erythro-1,2,3,4-Octadecanetetrol; Guggultetrol; C18-Tetrol; Long-chain aliphatic tetraol; Tetrahydroxyoctadecane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Guggultetrol-18,1,2,3,4-Octadecanetetrol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable to meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele in research and industrial sectors.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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