Description

Octadecanoic Acid (Z)-9-Hexadecenyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetic ester compound of significant industrial interest. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique molecular structure that combines a long-chain saturated acid with an unsaturated alcohol moiety. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, lubricants, and specialty polymer sectors for its emollient, lubricating, and modifying properties.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a high-performance emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and lipsticks.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Used as a synthetic ester base or additive to enhance lubricity, thermal stability, and viscosity index.
• Polymer & Plasticizer Intermediate: Serves as a building block or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialized polymers and plasticizers.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: Utilized as a key raw material for manufacturing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifying agents.
• Textile & Fiber Processing: Functions as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber manufacturing and fabric treatment processes.
• Industrial Coatings & Inks: Imparts flexibility and flow properties as an additive in coating and ink formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octadecanoic Acid (Z)-9-Hexadecenyl Ester
CAS No.	22393-91-5
Molecular Formula	C₃₄H₆₆O₂
Molecular Weight	506.89 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Hexadecen-1-ol, (9Z)-, octadecanoate; (Z)-9-Hexadecenyl stearate; Oleyl stearate (isomeric mixture); Stearic acid, (Z)-9-hexadecenyl ester; Octadecanoic acid (9Z)-9-hexadecen-1-yl ester; Palmityl stearate (cis-); cis-9-Hexadecenyl octadecanoate
EINECS	244-941-0

Quality Control

Our Octadecanoic Acid (Z)-9-Hexadecenyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request, detailing key specifications such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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