Description

Hexadecan-5-Ol is a long-chain fatty alcohol with specific structural properties that make it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its defined carbon chain length and hydroxyl group position offer precise control in the production of surfactants, lubricants, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and personal care sectors seeking to develop high-performance materials.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including plasticizers, lubricant additives, and non-ionic surfactants.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of prodrugs and as a lipophilic moiety to modify the pharmacokinetic properties of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as an emollient and viscosity modifier in the formulation of creams, lotions, and other skincare products.
• Polymer Science: Employed as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of specialized polyesters and polyurethanes.
• Agrochemicals: Utilized in the synthesis of certain pesticide and herbicide formulations requiring specific alcohol intermediates.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of esters and other compounds used in creating specific aromatic profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecan-5-Ol
CAS No.	21078-87-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₄O
Molecular Weight	242.44 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hexadecanol; 5-Hydroxyhexadecane; Hexadecan-5-ol; Cetyl Alcohol Isomer; n-Hexadecan-5-ol; Palmityl Alcohol Isomer; 1-Pentadecyl methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexadecan-5-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, 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 pharmaceutical and high-purity industrial applications.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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