Description

1-Chloroethyl Palmitate is a high-purity specialty ester, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive chloroethyl group attached to a long-chain palmitate, makes it a versatile building block for the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for research and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to introduce specific functional groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of prodrugs and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where controlled release or targeted delivery is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy and stability.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins to impart specific chemical properties.
• Lipid Research & Biochemistry: Employed in biochemical studies and the synthesis of modified lipids, surfactants, and phospholipid analogs for research applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile intermediate for the manufacture of complex esters, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science: Utilized in the development of advanced materials, including liquid crystals and self-assembling monolayers, due to its amphiphilic nature.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloroethyl Palmitate
CAS No.	65657-61-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₅ClO₂
Molecular Weight	318.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitic Acid 1-Chloroethyl Ester; 1-Chloroethyl Hexadecanoate; Chloroethyl Palmitate; Hexadecanoic Acid 1-Chloroethyl Ester; 2-Chloroethyl Palmitate (common misnomer); Ethyl, 1-chloro-, palmitate; 1-Chloroethyl ester of palmitic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloroethyl Palmitate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics to meet your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Chloride Content	Conforms

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