Description

3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain hydroxy fatty acid with significant industrial and research utility. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex lipids, surfactants, and specialty polymers. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel bioactive compounds or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of sphingolipids, ceramides, and other bioactive molecules with potential therapeutic applications.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Used in the formulation of high-end skincare products, such as moisturizers and anti-aging creams, due to its role in skin barrier lipid analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Critical standard and reagent in lipidomics research, enzyme studies (e.g., fatty acid hydroxylase assays), and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Serves as a precursor for producing novel, biodegradable surfactants with unique hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) properties.
• Polymer Science: Monomer for creating functionalized polyesters and polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) with tailored degradation profiles and material properties.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Intermediate in the production of advanced ester-based lubricants and fuel additives that offer improved performance and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	928-17-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₃
Molecular Weight	272.42 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxypalmitic Acid; β-Hydroxypalmitic Acid; 3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxy C16:0 Acid; (R/S)-3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid; Hexadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-; 16:0 3-OH FA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and specific tests are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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