Description

Heptanoic Acid 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester is a high-purity specialty ester derived from heptanoic acid and glycerol, offering a unique combination of lipophilic character and hydrophilic functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and solubilizing agent in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for its ability to modify solubility and enhance product performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where its ester linkage and diol group offer sites for further chemical modification.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Functions as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, or carrier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens due to its favorable skin feel and solubilizing properties.
• Polymer Plasticizer & Modifier: Acts as a co-monomer or additive to improve the flexibility, processability, or hydrophilicity of certain polymeric materials.
• Lubricant & Functional Fluid Additive: Serves as a base or additive in synthetic lubricants and industrial fluids, contributing to stability and performance characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis as a bifunctional reagent for creating more complex molecules with tailored properties.
• Solubilizer & Carrier Solvent: Enhances the solubility of poorly soluble compounds in various non-aqueous formulations across multiple industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptanoic Acid 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester
CAS No.	3030-30-6
Molecular Formula	C10H20O4
Molecular Weight	204.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydroxypropyl heptanoate; Glycerol 1-heptanoate; Heptanoic acid, monoester with glycerol; Glyceryl monoheptanoate; 1-Heptanoyl-rac-glycerol; 1-O-Heptanoylglycerol; rac-1-Heptanoylglycerol; 3030-30-6
EINECS	221-213-6

Quality Control

Our Heptanoic Acid 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results from methods such as GC, HPLC, and NMR are available upon request 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.02 - 1.06

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