Description

(2S)-3-o-Octadecylglycerol is a high-purity, enantiomerically pure synthetic glycerol ether derivative. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and lipid analog in advanced research and development. It is essential for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries requiring precise molecular structures for formulation and synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting lipid-based pathways.
• Lipid Research & Biomimetics: Acts as a structural component in the study of lipid bilayers, liposomes, and other membrane-mimetic systems.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Incorporated into high-end skincare products as an emollient and stabilizer due to its lipid-like properties.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the development of novel, non-ionic surfactants with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Biochemical Probes: Utilized in the creation of labeled probes for studying enzymatic activity and metabolic processes involving glycerolipids.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) in analytical laboratories for quality control and method validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2S)-3-o-Octadecylglycerol
CAS No.	6129-13-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₄O₃
Molecular Weight	344.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3-Octadecyloxy-1,2-propanediol; (S)-3-(Octadecyloxy)propane-1,2-diol; 1-O-Octadecyl-sn-glycerol; (2S)-1,2-Dihydroxy-3-(octadecyloxy)propane; sn-3-O-Octadecylglycerol; (S)-Glyceryl 1-Octadecyl Ether; 3-O-Octadecyl-sn-glycerol; Lipid A precursor analog IV-A
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (2S)-3-o-Octadecylglycerol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess meet the stringent requirements of research and production applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including chiral purity assessment is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions when necessary.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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