Description

2-Methylhexadecan-2-Ol is a high-purity branched-chain fatty alcohol with a tertiary hydroxyl group, offering unique chemical functionality and stability. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its ability to modify physical properties and introduce steric hindrance. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients, surfactants, and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where its branched structure can influence bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for producing specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: Serves as a hydrophobic moiety in the manufacture of non-ionic surfactants for industrial and cosmetic formulations.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Employed as a performance additive to improve viscosity index, reduce friction, or enhance stability in lubricants and functional fluids.
• Polymer Modification: Used as a chain transfer agent or comonomer to alter the properties of polymers, such as flexibility and hydrophobicity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Can be utilized in the synthesis of musk-like or long-lasting fragrance compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylhexadecan-2-Ol
CAS No.	87383-23-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₆O
Molecular Weight	256.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-hexadecanol; 2-Hexadecanol, 2-methyl-; Hexadecan-2-ol, 2-methyl-; 2-Methylcetyl alcohol; 2-Methyl-1-hexadecanol (common name variant); Tertiary C17 alcohol; Isoheptadecanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylhexadecan-2-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical 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	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.