Description

15-Hydroxypentadecanoic Acid is a long-chain ω-hydroxy fatty acid that serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a terminal hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating polymers, macrocyclic compounds, and specialty esters. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced materials industries seeking to develop novel products with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of macrocyclic lactones, prostaglandin analogs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Used as a monomer or co-monomer in the creation of biodegradable polyesters, polyurethanes, and specialty coatings.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Serves as a precursor for emollients, surfactants, and viscosity modifiers in high-end formulations.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Building block for macrocyclic musks and other complex aroma chemicals.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Used to synthesize ester-based components that enhance performance and biodegradability.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A critical reagent in organic chemistry research for studying ring-closing metathesis and other synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	15-Hydroxypentadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	4617-33-8
Molecular Formula	C15H30O3
Molecular Weight	258.40 g/mol
Synonyms	15-Hydroxypentadecanoic Acid; ω-Hydroxypentadecanoic Acid; Pentadecanoic acid, 15-hydroxy-; 15-Hydroxypentadecylic Acid; 15-Hydroxy-n-pentadecanoic Acid; 15-Hydroxy C15 Acid; 15-Hydroxy Fatty Acid C15
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Quality Control

Our 15-Hydroxypentadecanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	80 - 84 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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