Description

2-Chlorohexadecane is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl halide with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its structure makes it a valuable building block for introducing hydrophobic alkyl chains in organic synthesis and material science. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, or liquid crystal compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring lipophilic modification.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Detergent Production: Acts as a hydrophobic feedstock for creating quaternary ammonium compounds and other specialty surfactants.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Employed in the preparation of quaternary ammonium salts used as catalysts in biphasic reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Research: Utilized as a mesogenic precursor or a modifying agent in advanced material development.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as an alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce C16 alkyl groups.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Intermediate: Used in the research and production of specialized additives to modify viscosity and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chlorohexadecane
CAS No.	23010-35-7
Molecular Formula	C16H33Cl
Molecular Weight	260.89 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-hexadecane; Hexadecane, 2-chloro-; 2-Chloro-n-hexadecane; 2-Hexadecyl chloride; NSC 60696; 2-Chlorocetane; Cetane, 2-chloro-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chlorohexadecane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to meet precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.86 - 0.88 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.445 - 1.455
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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