Description

Rhamnopyranosyl-3-Hydroxydecanoyl-3-Hydroxydecanoate is a specialized glycolipid biosurfactant, a key structural component of certain microbial rhamnolipids. This compound is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, biodegradability, and low toxicity profile, making it a high-performance alternative to synthetic surfactants. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and advanced bioremediation sectors for formulating gentle cleansers, stabilizing emulsions, and enhancing bioavailability.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: As a primary or co-surfactant in facial cleansers, shampoos, and moisturizers for its mildness and skin compatibility.
• Pharmaceutical Drug Delivery Systems: Utilized to improve the solubility and cellular uptake of poorly soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Incorporated into pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading, adhesion, and penetration on plant surfaces.
• Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR): Applied in microbial or chemical EOR processes to reduce interfacial tension and mobilize trapped hydrocarbons.
• Bioremediation Agents: Used to solubilize hydrophobic contaminants like petroleum hydrocarbons and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) for microbial degradation.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a key ingredient in "green" or bio-based industrial degreasers and cleaning solutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhamnopyranosyl-3-Hydroxydecanoyl-3-Hydroxydecanoate
CAS No.	37134-61-5
Molecular Formula	C26H48O9
Molecular Weight	504.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Mono-Rhamnolipid (C10-C10); L-Rhamnopyranosyl-3-hydroxydecanoyl-3-hydroxydecanoate; 3-[3-(L-Rhamnopyranosyloxy)decanoyloxy]decanoic Acid; Rhamnolipid R1 (C10); Rha-C10-C10; Microbial Glycolipid Surfactant; Rhamnolipid Congener
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Quality Control

Our production of Rhamnopyranosyl-3-Hydroxydecanoyl-3-Hydroxydecanoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure structural identity, high purity, and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications for assay, critical impurities, and physical parameters. Our quality system supports compliance with relevant guidelines for cosmetic (ISO 22716) and pharmaceutical (cGMP) applications where required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow viscous liquid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Critical Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual ≤ 2.0%; Total ≤ 5.0%
pH (1% Solution)	5.0 - 7.0

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