Description

n-Hexadecyl--D5 Alcohol is a deuterated analog of cetyl alcohol, where five hydrogen atoms are replaced with deuterium, a stable isotope of hydrogen. This isotopic labeling is critical for applications requiring precise molecular tracking and reduced metabolic interference in research environments. It is primarily utilized by scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for use as an internal standard, tracer, or building block in deuterated compounds.

Application

• Deuterated Internal Standard for quantitative mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis in metabolomics and pharmacokinetic studies.
• Tracer Molecule in mechanistic and metabolic pathway research within pharmaceutical and biochemical laboratories.
• Precursor/Synthon for the synthesis of more complex deuterium-labeled surfactants, lipids, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
• NMR Solvent & Spectroscopy agent, used to study molecular structure, dynamics, and interactions without signal interference from protons.
• Polymer Science Research, particularly in the development and analysis of deuterated polymers for neutron scattering experiments.
• Organic Electronic Materials research, where deuterium incorporation can influence stability and charge transport properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Hexadecyl--D5 Alcohol
CAS No.	1219799-18-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁D₅O
Molecular Weight	~247.5 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexadecanol-d5; Cetyl Alcohol-d5; Cetyl-d5 Alcohol; Palmityl Alcohol-d5; n-Hexadecyl Alcohol-d5; Deuterated Cetyl Alcohol; [D5]-Cetyl Alcohol; 1-Hydroxyhexadecane-d5
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Quality Control

Our n-Hexadecyl--D5 Alcohol is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic purity (D-enrichment), chemical purity (by GC or HPLC), and identity confirmation (by NMR/MS). We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable for traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥98.0% (chemical purity)
Isotopic Purity (D-enrichment)	≥98 atom % D
Melting Point	47 - 50 °C
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	<0.1%

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