Description

Hentetracontan-1-Ol is a high-purity, long-chain primary fatty alcohol with the CAS number 40710-42-7. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and performance additive in advanced material science and specialty chemical synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities seeking to develop high-performance lubricants, waxes, and surface-active agents. Its defined structure and purity make it a valuable building block for creating tailored chemical products with specific physical properties.

Application

• As a key raw material in the synthesis of specialized surfactants and emulsifiers.
• As a high-melting-point component in the formulation of synthetic waxes and polishes.
• As a lubricity additive and viscosity modifier in advanced lubricant and grease formulations.
• As a chemical intermediate for producing esters and other derivatives used in personal care and cosmetic ingredients.
• As a standard or reference material in analytical chemistry and chromatography.
• In material science research for studying the properties of long-chain alkyl compounds and self-assembled monolayers.
• As a processing aid and release agent in polymer and plastic manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hentetracontan-1-Ol
CAS No.	40710-42-7
Molecular Formula	C₄₁H₈₄O
Molecular Weight	585.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hentetracontanol; n-Hentetracontanol; Hentetracontanol; Hentetracontan-1-ol; C41 Alcohol; n-Hentetracontan-1-ol; Fatty Alcohol C41; Tetracontan-1-ol (common misnomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hentetracontan-1-Ol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting specifications such as assay, melting point, and appearance is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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