Description

4-Chloro-n-Hexadecyl-1-Hydroxynaphthalene-2-Carboxamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a hydroxynaphthalene core functionalized with a chloro group and a long-chain hexadecyl carboxamide. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where specific lipophilicity and structural motifs are required. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in ligand design, surfactant research, and as a building block for liquid crystals or polymeric additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of potential herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its hydrophobic chain for membrane interaction.
• Specialty Surfactant & Emulsifier Precursor: The long alkyl chain (C16) makes it a candidate for developing non-ionic surfactants or emulsifiers with specific solubility profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Synthesis: Acts as a building block for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies or functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or intermediate in organic synthesis for introducing the chlorohydroxynaphthalene carboxamide functional group.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Potential use in creating chelating ligands for metal catalysts in various organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-n-Hexadecyl-1-Hydroxynaphthalene-2-Carboxamide
CAS No.	74918-83-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₂ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	448.08 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-1-hydroxy-N-hexadecyl-2-naphthamide; 1-Hydroxy-4-chloro-N-hexadecyl-2-naphthamide; N-Hexadecyl-4-chloro-1-hydroxy-2-naphthamide; 4-Chloro-1-hydroxy-2-naphthalenecarboxamide, N-hexadecyl-; 2-Naphthalenecarboxamide, 4-chloro-1-hydroxy-N-hexadecyl-; Palmityl 4-chloro-1-hydroxy-2-naphthamide (informal); C16-4-Chloro-1-HNCA (abbrev.)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-n-Hexadecyl-1-Hydroxynaphthalene-2-Carboxamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals where applicable. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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