Description

1-n-Hexadecylhydantoin is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl derivative of hydantoin, a versatile heterocyclic compound. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique combination of lipophilic character and reactive imide functionality. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with enhanced stability, emulsifying properties, or specific biological activity. Its structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a mild, non-irritating surfactant or emulsifier in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring lipophilic side chains.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Used as a monomer or additive to impart hydrophobicity, UV stability, or specific release properties to polymers and coatings.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Functions as a component in formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial coatings to protect against corrosion.
• Biocide & Preservative Synergist: Employed in combination with other agents to enhance efficacy in industrial preservative systems.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Improves the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and fuel formulations.
• Research & Development: Utilized in chemical research for synthesizing novel compounds with potential biological or material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-n-Hexadecylhydantoin
CAS No.	85117-82-4
Molecular Formula	C19H36N2O2
Molecular Weight	324.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexadecyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione; N-Hexadecylhydantoin; Palmitoyl Hydantoin; Cetostearyl Hydantoin (related); Hydantoin, N-hexadecyl-; NSC 403079; 1-Cetylhydantoin; 1-Palmitylhydantoin
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Quality Control

Our 1-n-Hexadecylhydantoin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 105 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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