Molekula
1-Octacosanol
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
1-Octacosanol is a long-chain primary alcohol used in research and pharmaceutical applications, particularly in studies involving lipid metabolism and neuroprotection. Laboratories and manufacturers also purchase it as a biochemical reagent, a synthetic building block and a flavour and fragrance material. It is available in high purity with consistent quality. Catalogue details: CAS 557-61-9, molecular formula C28H58O, molecular weight 410.76 g/mol, stored at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies 1-Octacosanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 mg — £62.60 per pack ex VAT · £75.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Melting Point | 77-84.C |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Sulphated Ash | <0.5% |
| Moisture | <0.5% |
| Octacosanol | <63% |
| Total alcohol | 95% min |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 83.2 - 83.4 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 68406 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18874521 |
| CAS Number | 557-61-9 |
| IUPAC Name | octacosan-1-ol |
| EC Number | 209-181-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C28H58O |
| Molecular Weight | 410.76 |
| Exact Mass | 410.4488 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCO |
| InChIKey | CNNRPFQICPFDPO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C28H58O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23-24-25-26-27-28-29/h29H,2-28H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 68406 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2905.19.9090 |
| Tariff Code | 2905190098 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Cluytyl alcohol
- Montanyl alcohol
- n-Octacosanol
- Octacosan-1-ol
- Octacosanol
- OCTACOSANOL-1
- octacosyl
- Octacosyl alcohol
- Octanosol
- s5161
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Octacosanol used for?
1-Octacosanol is used in research applications, particularly in studies related to lipid metabolism, cell membrane structure, and as a component in cosmetic formulations for its emollient properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Octacosanol?
The chemical formula is C28H58O with a molecular weight of 410.76 g/mol.
How should 1-Octacosanol be stored?
Store at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of 1-Octacosanol is available?
Molekula supplies 1-Octacosanol in research-grade quality, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply 1-Octacosanol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1-Octacosanol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with my order of 1-Octacosanol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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