Description

8-Hexadecene-1,16-Dicarboxylic Acid is a long-chain, unsaturated dicarboxylic acid with a terminal alkene group, offering a unique bifunctional chemical structure. This compound matters as a versatile building block for polymer synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing, enabling the creation of novel materials with tailored properties. It is needed by R&D chemists and production engineers in industries such as polymer science, lubricant additives, and advanced material development.

Application

• Polymer Intermediate: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for synthesizing polyamides, polyesters, and other specialty polymers, imparting flexibility and specific functional groups to the polymer chain.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance additives that improve viscosity index, reduce friction, or enhance stability in lubricants and fuels.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Synthesis: Acts as a key raw material for formulating long-chain carboxylic acid-based corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: The carboxylic acid groups allow for derivatization into surfactants, emulsifiers, or dispersants for various formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in research and fine chemical synthesis to introduce a long, functionalized hydrocarbon spacer into target molecules.
• Coating & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into coating resins to modify properties like adhesion, flexibility, and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Hexadecene-1,16-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	4494-16-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₂O₄
Molecular Weight	312.45 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hexadecene-1,16-dioic acid; Hexadec-8-ene-1,16-dicarboxylic acid; 1,16-Hexadecenedioic acid; Unsaturated C18 dicarboxylic acid; Long-chain unsaturated diacid; 8-Hexadecenedioic acid; (E/Z)-8-Hexadecene-1,16-dicarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Hexadecene-1,16-Dicarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation of the alkene moiety.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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