Description

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(Methylheptadecyl)Oxy- is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of glycol ethers. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, offering unique solubility and surfactant properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for formulating advanced products.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a non-ionic surfactant, emulsifier, and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and emulsions.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a reactive intermediate or plasticizer in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Industrial Lubricants & Additives: Used as a component in synthetic lubricants and functional additives for metalworking fluids.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softening agent, dyeing auxiliary, or finishing agent in textile and leather treatments.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Employed as a solvent or co-surfactant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a building block or protecting group in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Propanediol, 3-(Methylheptadecyl)Oxy-
CAS No.	78851-48-6
Molecular Formula	C21H44O3
Molecular Weight	344.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylheptadecyloxy)-1,2-propanediol; 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(methylheptadecyl) ether; Propylene glycol methylheptadecyl ether; Glycol ether C18; Methylheptadecyl glyceryl ether; 2-Hydroxypropyl methylheptadecyl ether; 3-O-Methylheptadecyl-glycerol
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(Methylheptadecyl)Oxy- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.90 - 0.95
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.460

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