Description

Hexadecanamide is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid amide with a defined molecular structure, offering consistent performance as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its role as a key building block for synthesizing surfactants, lubricants, and specialty polymers, where its amide functionality provides excellent stability and reactivity. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, plastics, and textile industries seeking reliable raw materials for formulation and production.

Application

• As a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of cationic, anionic, and nonionic surfactants for detergents and personal care products.
• Used in the production of slip agents, anti-blocking agents, and lubricants for the plastics and polymer processing industry.
• Acts as a key raw material for manufacturing corrosion inhibitors and emulsifiers in industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Serves as a building block for specialty polymers, including polyamides and resins, enhancing material properties.
• Employed in textile auxiliaries as a softening agent and fiber finish component.
• Utilized in the formulation of coatings and inks to improve flow, dispersion, and surface properties.
• Functions as an intermediate for quaternary ammonium compounds used as fabric softeners and biocides.
• Applied in research and development for creating novel amide-based compounds with specific functional characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecanamide
CAS No.	629-54-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₃NO
Molecular Weight	255.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitamide; Cetyl Amide; Hexadecanoic Acid Amide; Palmitic Acid Amide; 1-Hexadecanamide; n-Hexadecanamide; Palmitylamide; Amide C16
EINECS	211-093-6

Quality Control

Our Hexadecanamide is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis, to meet exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Approx. 100 - 106 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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