Description

Selachyl Alcohol is a high-purity, naturally-derived fatty alcohol, also known as selachyl alcohol CAS NO 593-31-7. It serves as a critical intermediate and building block in the synthesis of complex lipids and specialty chemicals, valued for its specific chemical structure. This compound is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced materials sectors. Its unique properties make it suitable for applications requiring high-purity biochemical precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized lipid-based drug delivery systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in lipidomics research and metabolic pathway studies.
• Cosmetic Ingredient: Acts as an emollient and conditioning agent in high-end skincare formulations.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: A key starting material for producing surfactants, lubricants, and other oleochemical derivatives.
• Nutritional Supplements: Potential use as a component in advanced nutraceutical products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Selachyl Alcohol
CAS No.	593-31-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₀O₂
Molecular Weight	324.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Selachyl alcohol; (Z)-Octadec-9-en-1-yl (R)-3-hydroxypropanoate; 9-Octadecen-1-ol, 1-(3-hydroxypropanoate); Glycerol 1-(cis-9-octadecenoate); 1-O-(cis-9-Octadecenyl)glycerol; 1-O-Selachylglycerol; 1-O-(9Z-Octadecenyl)-sn-glycerol
EINECS	209-792-7

Quality Control

Our Selachyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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