Description

13-Chloro-1-Tridecanol is a versatile chlorinated fatty alcohol intermediate with a defined 13-carbon chain. This compound matters for its role as a crucial building block in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricant additives, and specialty polymers, offering a unique combination of lipophilicity and a reactive terminal site. Industries such as specialty chemicals, advanced material science, and pharmaceutical research require this high-purity intermediate for developing novel products with tailored properties.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor for the synthesis of non-ionic and cationic surfactants, imparting specific solubility and surface-active properties.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Synthesis: Used in creating chlorinated derivatives that act as extreme pressure (EP) additives, friction modifiers, and viscosity index improvers.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Functions as a chain extender or a monomer in polycondensation reactions to produce polyesters, polyethers, and other specialty polymers with enhanced characteristics.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in organic synthesis routes for bioactive molecules, leveraging the chloro and hydroxyl functional groups for further chemical transformations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial fluids.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	13-Chloro-1-Tridecanol
CAS No.	72848-19-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₇ClO
Molecular Weight	234.81 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Chloro-1-tridecanol; 13-Chlorotridecan-1-ol; 1-Tridecanol, 13-chloro-; ω-Chlorotridecyl alcohol; Tridecyl alcohol, 13-chloro-; 13-Chloro-n-tridecan-1-ol; 13-Chlorotridecyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 13-Chloro-1-Tridecanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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