Description

n-Hexadecyl-15,15,16,16,16-D5 Alcohol CAS NO 1219799-21-9 is a deuterium-labeled analog of cetyl alcohol, a key fatty alcohol. This isotopically labeled compound is essential for advanced research and development, providing a stable, non-radioactive tracer for mechanistic studies and analytical method development. It is primarily utilized by scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require precise tracking of molecular behavior.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry: Used as a quantitative reference standard in GC-MS and LC-MS analysis of fatty alcohols and related compounds.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Serves as a deuterium tracer in pharmacokinetic and metabolic studies within pharmaceutical and biochemical research.
• Polymer Science Research: Employed in the synthesis and analysis of deuterated polymers and surfactants for studying structure-property relationships.
• Deuterated Surfactant Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for creating labeled surfactants and emulsifiers for specialized research applications.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Useful as a solvent or additive in NMR studies due to its deuterated nature, helping to simplify complex spectra.
• Chemical Reaction Mechanism Studies: Provides insights into reaction kinetics and pathways in organic synthesis and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Hexadecyl-15,15,16,16,16-D5 Alcohol
CAS No.	1219799-21-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁D₅O
Molecular Weight	247.48 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	1-Hexadecanol-d5; Cetyl Alcohol-d5; Palmityl Alcohol-d5; n-Hexadecanol-d5; Hexadecyl Alcohol-d5; Cetanol-d5; (15,15,16,16,16-D5)Hexadecan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxyhexadecane-d5
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Quality Control

Every batch of our deuterated chemicals is produced and analyzed under strict quality protocols. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity (D-enrichment), chemical purity (by GC or HPLC), and identity confirmation (by NMR and/or IR). Our quality system ensures traceability and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development laboratories.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥98.0% (chemical purity)
Isotopic Purity (D-enrichment)	≥98 atom % D (at labeled positions)
Melting Point	47 - 50 °C

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