Description

6-Undecanol is a versatile long-chain fatty alcohol with a unique structure that provides valuable properties as an intermediate and functional ingredient. This compound is significant for its role in synthesizing specialized esters, plasticizers, and surfactants, offering a balance between lipophilicity and reactivity. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the fragrance, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-performance formulations.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of esters that serve as key aroma components in perfumes and flavorings.
• Plasticizer Production: Acts as a precursor for phthalate and other ester-based plasticizers, enhancing the flexibility of polymers like PVC.
• Surfactant and Emulsifier Synthesis: A building block for non-ionic surfactants used in detergents, personal care products, and industrial cleaners.
• Lubricant Additive: Employed in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids to improve performance characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Component: Incorporated into formulations designed to protect metals in various industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Undecanol
CAS No.	23708-56-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	172.31 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hendecanol; Undecan-6-ol; 1-Pentylhexan-1-ol; n-Hexyl n-pentyl carbinol; 6-Hydroxyundecane; 6-Undecanol (primary isomer); 6-Undecyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 6-Undecanol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and HPLC, to verify purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key specifications are 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	0.825 - 0.835

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