Description

6-Tetradecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol, also known as myristyl alcohol. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricants, and personal care formulations. It is particularly valued in the production of emulsifiers, plasticizers, and cosmetic esters for its excellent emollient properties and chemical stability. Key industries that utilize this product include specialty chemicals, cosmetics, and industrial manufacturing.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: A key raw material for synthesizing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifying agents used in detergents and cleaning products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as an emollient and viscosity controller in creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Used as a component in synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids to enhance performance.
• Plasticizer Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of esters that act as plasticizers for polymers and resins.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of various aroma chemicals and fixatives.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used in the production of softening and finishing agents for textiles.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Functions as a carrier or base in topical pharmaceutical preparations.
• Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in chemical research and analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Tetradecanol
CAS No.	6836-39-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₃₀O
Molecular Weight	214.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristyl Alcohol; 1-Tetradecanol; Tetradecan-1-ol; n-Tetradecyl Alcohol; C14 Alcohol; C14 Linear Alcohol; Alcohol C14; Dytol M-83; Lorol 14; Nacol 14-95; Alfol 14
EINECS	229-934-9

Quality Control

Our 6-Tetradecanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable. Each lot is analyzed against stringent internal specifications, with key parameters including identity, assay, and impurity profiles verified by modern analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White solid / Flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	36 - 40 °C
Acid Value	≤ 0.5 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	255 - 265 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I₂/100g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %

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