Description

6-Tridecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol with the CAS number 5770-03-6, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and performance additive. Its specific carbon chain length makes it a critical component for synthesizing surfactants, plasticizers, and lubricants with tailored properties. This product is essential for manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, personal care, and specialty materials industries seeking reliable raw materials for advanced formulations.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key raw material for the synthesis of non-ionic surfactants, emulsifiers, and detergent alcohols.
• Plasticizer Production: Used in the manufacture of ester-based plasticizers to improve flexibility and processing of polymers like PVC.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Serves as a base or additive in synthetic lubricants and industrial greases, contributing to viscosity and stability.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Employed in the production of emollients and texture enhancers for cosmetics and skincare products.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or fixing agent in the creation of specific aromatic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or building block in organic synthesis and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Tridecanol
CAS No.	5770-03-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	200.36 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Tridecyl alcohol; Tridecan-6-ol; n-Tridecan-6-ol; 1-Hexyl-1-heptanol; 6-Hydroxytridecane; 1-Heptyl-1-hexanol
EINECS	227-315-6

Quality Control

Our 6-Tridecanol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.830

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