Description

Pentadecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol with the CAS registry number 31389-11-4. This versatile intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing specialized surfactants, lubricants, and personal care ingredients. It is essential for manufacturers in the chemical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries seeking consistent quality for their formulations.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key raw material for producing non-ionic surfactants, emulsifiers, and detergent alcohols.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used in the synthesis of emollients, thickeners, and pearlescent agents for creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Acts as a precursor for synthetic lubricants and plasticizers, enhancing performance and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized in the manufacture of macrocyclic musks and other fragrance compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or building block in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentadecanol
CAS No.	31389-11-4
Molecular Formula	C15H32O
Molecular Weight	228.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentadecanol; n-Pentadecanol; Pentadecyl alcohol; C15 Alcohol; n-Pentadecyl alcohol; Pentadecan-1-ol; Alcohol C15
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Quality Control

Our Pentadecanol is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and specialty chemical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistent purity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	43 - 46 °C
Color (APHA)	≤ 30

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