Heptadecanoic acid, 17-hydroxy-, methyl ester

Heptadecanoic acid, 17-hydroxy-, methyl ester - Names and Identifiers

Name	METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE
Synonyms	METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE Heptadecanoic acid, 17-hydroxy-, methyl ester
CAS	94036-00-7

Heptadecanoic acid, 17-hydroxy-, methyl ester - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C18H36O3
Molar Mass	300.48
Storage Condition	-20°C

Heptadecanoic acid, 17-hydroxy-, methyl ester - Introduction

METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE is an organic compound with the chemical formula C18H36O3. The following is an introduction to its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE is a colorless to pale yellow liquid.
-Solubility: It is soluble in common organic solvents, such as ethanol, ether and chloroform.
-Melting point and boiling point: The melting point range is about 20-25 ° C, and the boiling point range is about 262-273 ° C.
-Density: Its density is about 0.9 g/mL.
-positive polarisation degree: in the nuclear magnetic resonance spectrum of 13.2 MHz, the positive polarisation degree of METHYL 17-hydroxyheptadecanoate is 0.4.

Use:
-Cosmetics and personal care products: METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE is commonly used in skin care and hair care products as an emollient and softener.
-Pharmaceutical research: It is also used in the field of pharmaceutical research as an intermediate for the synthesis of compounds or drugs.

Preparation Method:
METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE can be prepared by the following steps:
1. First, the heptadecanoic acid and methylene carbonate are reacted under appropriate reaction conditions to generate methyl heptadecanoate.
2. Then, METHYL heptadecanoate is reacted with iodoethanol under alkaline conditions to obtain METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE.

Safety Information:
- METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE has limited toxicity information, but it is generally believed that it has no obvious acute toxicity under normal use conditions.
-As an organic compound, it may have a certain degree of irritation and sensitivity, and should avoid contact with the skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
-When in use, follow appropriate laboratory practices and operate in a well-ventilated place.
-If you accidentally come into contact with METHYL 17-HYDROXYHEPTADECANOATE, immediately flush the affected area with plenty of water and seek medical help if necessary.

Please note that when using or handling chemicals, you must refer to the relevant safety data sheets and operating instructions, and it is best to operate under the guidance of a professional.

Last Update：2024-04-09 21:01:54