Description

Hexacosanal is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic aldehyde with the CAS number 26627-85-0. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined carbon chain length and terminal aldehyde functionality. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds or fine-tune material properties.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of long-chain musk analogs and other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized as a building block for creating lipid-based drug delivery systems and prodrugs.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing surfactants, lubricant additives, and polymer modifiers.
• Agrochemicals: Employed in the development of pheromones and other bioactive agents for crop protection.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for organic reactions, including reduction to fatty alcohols or oxidation to fatty acids.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Used in the production of specialty esters and emollients for high-end cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexacosanal
CAS No.	26627-85-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₂O
Molecular Weight	380.70 g/mol
Synonyms	n-Hexacosanal; C26 Aldehyde; Hexacosyl Aldehyde; Aldehyde C26; Cerotinaldehyde; n-Hexacosylaldehyde; 1-Hexacosanal; Cerotic Aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexacosanal is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its easily oxidized nature, minimize headspace in opened containers and handle under inert conditions to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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