Description

3-Hydroxyheptadecanonitrile is a versatile long-chain fatty acid derivative with a unique nitrile and hydroxyl functional group combination. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, offering chemists a handle for further chemical modifications. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic pathways or requiring lipophilic side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its long carbon chain can influence bioavailability and activity.
• Specialty Surfactant & Lubricant Precursor: The hydroxyl and nitrile groups allow for transformation into esters or amines, forming the basis for specialty surfactants, emulsifiers, or high-performance lubricant additives.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with specific hydrophobic characteristics or for introducing reactive sites into polymer backbones.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories as a chiral synthon or a precursor for more complex natural product analogs.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of macrocyclic musk compounds or other fragrance molecules where the heptadecane skeleton is desirable.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxyheptadecanonitrile
CAS No.	40165-84-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₃NO
Molecular Weight	267.45 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyheptadecanenitrile; Heptadecanenitrile, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxymargaronitrile; 3-Hydroxyheptadecyl cyanide; (±)-3-Hydroxyheptadecanonitrile; DL-3-Hydroxyheptadecanonitrile; 3-Hydroxy C17 Nitrile; ω-Hydroxyheptadecanonitrile (if terminal, check isomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxyheptadecanonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which could affect product stability and performance. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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