Description

n-Heptadecanonitrile is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic nitrile compound, also known as margaronitrile. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a defined carbon chain length for precise molecular construction. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for developing active ingredients, liquid crystals, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules requiring a C17 nitrile moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the creation of polyamides, polyesters, and other polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies and organic semiconductors.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for homologation reactions, chain extension, and the introduction of the nitrile functional group in laboratory-scale and process chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing specific musk or fatty odorants after further chemical transformation.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Can be used in the development of specialized additives due to its long hydrophobic chain.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Heptadecanonitrile
CAS No.	5399-02-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₃N
Molecular Weight	251.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptadecanenitrile; Margaronitrile; n-Heptadecyl cyanide; 1-Cyanopentadecane; Pentadecyl cyanide; Heptadecylnitrile; NSC 2090
EINECS	226-415-5

Quality Control

Our n-Heptadecanonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Typical 98.0-99.5%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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