Description

Rac-3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid is a chiral hydroxy fatty acid derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and biochemical research. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and a key intermediate for the development of complex bioactive molecules. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate specific stereochemical centers into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in the development of lipid-based therapeutics and enzyme inhibitors.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or precursor in metabolic pathway studies and lipidomics research involving hydroxy fatty acids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel surfactants, emulsifiers, or active ingredients with specific biological activity.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of advanced polymers, lubricant additives, or cosmetic ingredients requiring specific fatty acid derivatives.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a starting material or resolving agent in chiral catalysis and the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rac-3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	40165-89-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₄O₃
Molecular Weight	286.45 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid (racemic); DL-3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid; (±)-3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxymargaric Acid; Heptadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-; Racemic 3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Rac-3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.