Description

3-Hexadecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol with the CAS registry number 593-03-3. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and performance additive, valued for its hydrophobic properties and chemical stability. It is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals industries seeking to enhance product formulations.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of surfactants, emulsifiers, and lubricant additives.
• Used in cosmetic and personal care formulations as an emollient, thickener, and opacifying agent.
• Acts as a precursor for plasticizers and stabilizers in polymer and resin production.
• Employed in pharmaceutical applications as an excipient or intermediate for drug delivery systems.
• Serves as a raw material for producing esters used in flavors, fragrances, and specialty solvents.
• Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and anti-foaming agent in industrial fluid formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hexadecanol
CAS No.	593-03-3
Molecular Formula	C16H34O
Molecular Weight	242.44 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hexadecyl Alcohol; Hexadecan-3-ol; 1-Tridecyl-1-propanol; 3-Hydroxyhexadecane; Cetyl Alcohol Isomer; Palmityl Alcohol Isomer; Secondary Hexadecyl Alcohol
EINECS	209-788-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Hexadecanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment.

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 and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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