1-Chlorohexadecane

1-Chlorohexadecane is a long-chain alkyl halide employed as an organic intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. It serves as an effective alkylating agent for the introduction of the hexadecyl chain via nucleophilic substitution in specialized molecular constructions.

Basic Information

CAS No.	4860-03-1
EC No.	225-461-7
Linear Formula	CH3(CH2)15Cl
Molecular Weight	260.89
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Melting Point	8-14 °C (lit.)
Boiling point	322 °C (lit.)
Density	0.865 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Insoluble in water; soluble in common organic solvents
Storage Conditions	Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources
Chemical Structure

Key Applications

• Organic synthesis intermediate: 1-Chlorohexadecane acts as a reactive alkylating agent for the introduction of the hexadecyl group in nucleophilic substitution reactions.

• Fine chemical intermediate: It is applied in the synthesis of branched and long-chain specialty chemicals within fine chemical manufacturing.

• Functional molecule construction: The compound facilitates precise incorporation of the C16 chain into target organic structures.

• Laboratory research: 1-Chlorohexadecane is frequently used in research laboratories for synthetic methodology development and reaction optimization.

• Process development: It supports route optimization and pilot-scale synthesis of advanced organic intermediates.

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