Description

n-(Hexacosanoyloxy)Succinimide is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid succinimide ester derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the hexacosanoyl moiety into target molecules under mild conditions. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and materials science sectors for applications ranging from lipid conjugation to polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of lipid-drug conjugates and prodrugs to enhance bioavailability and targeting.
• Bioconjugation Reagent: Facilitates the covalent attachment of long-chain fatty acids to peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules for research and therapeutic development.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polyimides and other functional polymers.
• Lipid Research: A key tool in biochemical studies for modeling complex lipid structures and membrane interactions.
• Surface Modification: Employed to create hydrophobic coatings or functionalized surfaces in material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a protected or activated form of hexacosanoic acid for complex multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Hexacosanoyloxy)Succinimide
CAS No.	22102-68-7
Molecular Formula	C30H55NO4
Molecular Weight	493.77 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Hexacosanoyloxysuccinimide; Hexacosanoic Acid N-Hydroxysuccinimide Ester; Cerotic Acid Succinimidyl Ester; 26:0 Fatty Acid NHS Ester; N-Succinimidyl Hexacosanoate; N-Hydroxysuccinimide Hexacosanoate; N-(Hexacosanoyloxy)-2,5-pyrrolidinedione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(Hexacosanoyloxy)Succinimide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C or as indicated on the label or COA. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.