Molekula
1-Octacosanol
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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.
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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