Description

1-Chlorohexadecane is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl halide with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as an alkylating agent and a key building block for synthesizing more complex organic molecules, including surfactants, phase-transfer catalysts, and liquid crystals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, fine chemical synthesis, and industrial manufacturers in the specialty chemicals sector seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the production of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) for biocides and fabric softeners.
• Surfactant & Detergent Manufacturing: Used to synthesize cationic and amphoteric surfactants for personal care, household, and industrial cleaning formulations.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC) Production: Acts as a starting material for manufacturing alkylated onium salts, which are effective catalysts in biphasic reactions.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Employed in the synthesis of specialty additives that modify friction and wear properties.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Functions as an alkylating agent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and crop protection agents.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and material science applications.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce long alkyl chains into polymers to alter their physical properties, such as hydrophobicity or plasticity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chlorohexadecane
CAS No.	68953-75-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₃Cl
Molecular Weight	260.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecyl chloride; Cetyl chloride; n-Hexadecyl chloride; Palmityl chloride; 1-Chlorocetane; Chlorohexadecane; n-Cetyl chloride; Cetane, 1-chloro-
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chlorohexadecane is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to confirm identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.86 - 0.88 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.448 - 1.452
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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