Description

Oxacyclohexadecane-2,13-Dione 13-Oxime is a high-purity, specialized organic compound with the CAS registry number 38538-07-7. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate or building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique lactone-oxime structure. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex macrocyclic compounds and potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in research-scale and pilot-scale production of specialty chemicals, fragrances, and flavorants.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialized polymers and advanced materials with specific functional properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material for methodological studies in organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxacyclohexadecane-2,13-Dione 13-Oxime
CAS No.	38538-07-7
Molecular Formula	C15H25NO3
Molecular Weight	267.36 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Oximino-2-oxacyclohexadecanone; 13-Hydroxyimino-2-oxacyclohexadecanone; 2-Oxacyclohexadecane-2,13-dione, 13-oxime; 13-(Hydroxyimino)pentadecanolide; 13-Oximinopentadecanolide; 13-Hydroxyiminopentadecanolide; (13Z)-13-Hydroxyiminooxacyclohexadecan-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Oxacyclohexadecane-2,13-Dione 13-Oxime is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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