Description

Alcohols, C14-15 is a defined mixture of synthetic fatty alcohols, primarily tetradecanol and pentadecanol. This product is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and performance additive in industrial formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, lubricant, and surfactant industries seeking consistent quality and reliable supply. The compound is identified by CAS No. 75782-87-5.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key raw material for the synthesis of nonionic surfactants (ethoxylates) and sulfate esters used in industrial and household cleaners.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an opacifier, viscosity modifier, and emollient in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Lubricant & Metalworking Additive: Used as a friction modifier and corrosion inhibitor in synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Functions as a processing aid and lubricant in PVC and other polymer systems.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening agent and finishing auxiliary in textile and leather treatment.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a hydrophobic building block for esters, ethers, and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alcohols, C14-15
CAS No.	75782-87-5
Molecular Formula	Mixture of C14H30O and C15H32O
Molecular Weight	~214.4 g/mol (Average)
Synonyms	C14-15 Alcohols; Fatty Alcohols C14-15; Tetradecyl-Pentadecyl Alcohol; C14-15 Linear Alcohols; C14-15 Alkyl Alcohol; Alfol 14-15; Adol 54; Laurex L1; Lial 145
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Quality Control

Our Alcohols, C14-15 is produced under a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive testing including hydroxyl value, saponification value, and chain length distribution (GC analysis). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all key specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White waxy solid / Flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	240 - 260
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g)	≤ 2.0
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)	≤ 0.1
Iodine Value (g I2/100g)	≤ 1.0
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Chain Length Distribution (GC)	C14: 40-60%, C15: 40-60%

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