Description

4-Pentadecylidene-3-Tetradecyloxetan-2-One is a specialized long-chain oxetanone derivative, a high-value chemical intermediate prized for its unique structural framework. Its molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules, offering versatility in fine chemical and advanced material production. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for lipid-soluble or long-chain drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific hydrophobic characteristics.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific flexibility, hydrophobicity, or thermal properties to advanced polymeric materials.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Investigated as a potential component or intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials due to its structured aliphatic chains.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Precursor: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing novel non-ionic surfactants with unique branching and chain length.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of macrocyclic musk analogs and other complex fragrance molecules where the oxetanone ring and long alkyl chains are beneficial.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Intermediate: Used to create performance additives that improve viscosity index, reduce friction, or enhance stability in lubricants and fuels.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for chemical research in organic synthesis methodologies and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pentadecylidene-3-Tetradecyloxetan-2-One
CAS No.	42272-70-8
Molecular Formula	C32H60O2
Molecular Weight	476.82 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Tetradecyl-4-pentadecylideneoxetan-2-one; 4-Pentadecylidene-3-tetradecyl-2-oxetanone; Oxetan-2-one, 4-pentadecylidene-3-tetradecyl-; Long-chain alkyl substituted β-lactone; C14/C15 alkyl oxetanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Quality is verified through multiple analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch. We adhere to a quality management system to support our commitment to supplying reliable, high-purity chemical intermediates for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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