Description

Nonacosanol is a high-purity, long-chain primary fatty alcohol with the CAS number 25154-56-7. It serves as a versatile intermediate and active ingredient valued for its unique hydrophobic and waxy properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals industries seeking to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• As a key raw material in the synthesis of liquid crystal compounds and advanced organic materials.
• Used as a thickening agent and emollient in high-end cosmetic and personal care formulations, such as creams and lotions.
• Acts as a precursor for producing surfactants and emulsifiers with specific chain-length properties.
• Employed in pharmaceutical research and development for drug delivery systems and topical applications.
• Serves as a standard or reference compound in analytical chemistry and biochemical laboratories.
• Potential use in agricultural adjuvants and coating agents for controlled-release formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nonacosanol
CAS No.	25154-56-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₉H₆₀O
Molecular Weight	424.80 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Nonacosanol; n-Nonacosan-1-ol; Nonacosyl alcohol; NSC 8850; Montanyl alcohol; C29 Alcohol; Primary C29 Alcohol
EINECS	246-672-9

Quality Control

Our Nonacosanol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	82 - 86 °C
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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