Description

2-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain hydroxy fatty acid that serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, enables its use in creating surfactants, lubricants, and advanced polymeric materials. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material for the synthesis of bioactive molecules, lipid-based drug delivery systems, and prodrugs.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Used to produce non-ionic and anionic surfactants with excellent emulsifying and wetting properties for industrial and cosmetic formulations.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Acts as a precursor for ester-based synthetic lubricants and corrosion inhibitors, enhancing performance in high-temperature applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of polyesters, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Incorporated into the synthesis of emollients, thickeners, and stabilizers for creams, lotions, and other cosmetic products.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in biochemical and materials science research for studying lipid metabolism and membrane properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	764-67-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₃
Molecular Weight	272.42 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Hydroxypalmitic Acid; 2-Hydroxypalmitic Acid; DL-2-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid; (±)-2-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxyhexadecylic Acid; Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; Hydroxy C16 Acid
EINECS	212-124-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	86 - 90 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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