Description

(Z)-11-Octadecen-1-Ol CAS NO 62803-19-4 is a high-purity, monounsaturated fatty alcohol characterized by its specific cis (Z) configuration at the 11th carbon. This compound serves as a crucial chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pheromones and other bioactive molecules. It is essential for R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the agrochemical, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to produce stereochemically defined products.

Application

• Pheromone Synthesis: A key precursor in the manufacturing of Lepidopteran insect sex pheromones for eco-friendly pest control solutions.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: Used in the stereoselective synthesis of complex natural products and pharmaceutical actives requiring specific double-bond geometry.
• Specialty Surfactants & Esters: Serves as a raw material for producing oleochemical derivatives with unique surface-active properties.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Employed as an intermediate for creating specific scent molecules and flavoring agents.
• Liquid Crystal Research: Investigated as a chiral dopant or component in the development of advanced liquid crystal materials.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies related to lipid metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-11-Octadecen-1-Ol
CAS No.	62803-19-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₆O
Molecular Weight	268.48 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-11-Octadecen-1-ol; cis-11-Octadecen-1-ol; 11Z-Octadecen-1-ol; (11Z)-Octadec-11-en-1-ol; Oleyl alcohol isomer; 11-Octadecen-1-ol, (11Z)-; (Z)-11-Octadecenol
EINECS	263-674-5

Quality Control

Every batch of (Z)-11-Octadecen-1-Ol is produced and verified under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and isomeric specificity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, isomeric purity, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

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) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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