Description

Hexacosanol is a long-chain primary fatty alcohol, also known as 1-hexacosanol, with the CAS registry number 28346-64-7. This high-purity compound serves as a critical building block and performance additive in advanced material science and specialty chemical formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial lubricant sectors seeking to enhance product stability and functionality.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an opacifying agent, thickener, and emollient in creams, lotions, and lipsticks to improve texture and skin feel.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of liposomal drug delivery systems and as an excipient in topical ointments.
• Industrial Lubricants & Additives: Functions as a friction modifier and viscosity index improver in high-performance synthetic lubricants and greases.
• Surface Coatings & Polishes: Imparts water repellency, gloss, and hardening properties to wax polishes for automotive, floor, and leather care.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in biochemical and material science research for studying lipid membranes and long-chain compounds.
• Food-Grade Applications: Employed as a release agent or coating agent in food processing and packaging, where compliant grades are available.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexacosanol
CAS No.	28346-64-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₄O
Molecular Weight	382.71 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexacosanol; Cetyl Alcohol (C26); n-Hexacosan-1-ol; Hexacosyl Alcohol; Cerotin; Cerotinyl Alcohol; C26 Alcohol; n-Hexacosanol
EINECS	248-979-1

Quality Control

Our Hexacosanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and melting point determination, to ensure it meets the required purity and consistency specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white flakes or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	79 - 81 °C
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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