Description

Selachyl Alcohol is a high-purity, naturally derived fatty alcohol, also known as selachyl alcohol CAS NO 34783-94-3. It serves as a crucial intermediate and building block in the synthesis of specialized lipids and bioactive compounds. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced chemical research sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material for the synthesis of phospholipids, prostaglandins, and other bioactive lipid molecules.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Used as an emollient and conditioning agent in high-end skincare products, lipsticks, and moisturizers.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in lipidomics research, membrane studies, and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral precursor or intermediate in the production of fine chemicals and advanced materials.
• Nutraceuticals: Potential component in the development of specialized lipid-based nutritional supplements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Selachyl Alcohol
CAS No.	34783-94-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₀O₂
Molecular Weight	324.55 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-Octadec-9-en-1-yl (R)-3-hydroxypropanoate; 9-Octadecen-1-ol, 1-(3-hydroxypropanoate), (9Z)-; Selachyl alcohol; 1-O-(9Z-Octadecenyl)glycerol; 1-O-Selachylglycerol; 1-O-(cis-9-Octadecenyl)glycerol; Glycerol 1-(cis-9-octadecenyl) ether; Selachyl alcohol (lipid)
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Quality Control

Our Selachyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its easily oxidized nature, minimize headspace and exposure to air after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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