Description

1-Myristoyl-3-Chloropropanediol is a specialized fatty acid ester derivative, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and functional additive. Its molecular structure, featuring a myristoyl chain and a reactive chloropropanediol moiety, provides unique properties for modifying material characteristics and facilitating targeted chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and formulators in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds or enhance product performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring lipophilic modification for improved bioavailability.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Used as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, or a precursor for synthesizing specialty esters in creams, lotions, and other formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a plasticizer, cross-linking agent, or reactive monomer to alter the flexibility, hydrophobicity, or curing properties of polymers.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a hydrophobic precursor in the production of non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers for industrial and consumer applications.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Employed in the formulation of synthetic lubricants or as an additive precursor to improve viscosity index or anti-wear properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, used in academic and industrial labs to create novel chemical entities and study structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Myristoyl-3-Chloropropanediol
CAS No.	30557-03-0
Molecular Formula	C17H33ClO3
Molecular Weight	320.90 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-1-myristoylpropanediol; 1-Tetradecanoyl-3-chloro-1,2-propanediol; 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl myristate; Myristic acid 3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyl ester; 3-Chloropropane-1,2-diol 1-myristate; Chlorohydrin myristate; Glyceryl α-chlorohydrin myristate; 2-Hydroxy-3-chloropropyl tetradecanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Myristoyl-3-Chloropropanediol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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