Description

(5R,6S)-5,6-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic Acid 1,5-Lactone is a chiral lactone derivative of a hydroxy fatty acid, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its stereochemically defined structure makes it crucial for producing compounds with specific biological activity and physical properties. This high-purity specialty chemical is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral building block for the synthesis of bioactive molecules, potential drug candidates, and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel, stereospecific pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Precursor for chiral liquid crystals, polymers, and specialty surfactants requiring specific molecular architecture.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral lactone-based aroma compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Useful as a standard or probe in enzymatic studies related to fatty acid metabolism and lactonization.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral template or auxiliary in stereocontrolled chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5R,6S)-5,6-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic Acid 1,5-Lactone
CAS No.	89102-35-2
Molecular Formula	C16H28O4
Molecular Weight	284.39 g/mol
Synonyms	(5R,6S)-5,6-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid δ-lactone; (5R,6S)-Hexadecan-5,6-olide; 5,6-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic acid 1,5-lactone, (5R,6S)-; (5R,6S)-5,6-Dihydroxypalmitic acid lactone; 5,6-Dihydroxyhexadecanolide; (5R,6S)-Tetradecyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-one-5,6-diol; 89102-35-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5R,6S)-5,6-Dihydroxyhexadecanoic Acid 1,5-Lactone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% de
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.