Stearyl chloride

CAS Number: 3386-33-2

Molecular Formula: C18H35ClO

About Stearyl chloride

Stearoyl chloride (CAS 112-76-5) serves as a critical high purity fine chemical intermediate in the United States, specifically utilized for the synthesis of 4-fluoroceramide and lipid-based drug delivery systems where Pharma/API purity 99% is essential to meet stringent regulatory standards for pharmaceutical formulat...

Stearyl chloride Specifications

CAS Number

3386-33-2

Molecular Formula

C18H35ClO

Molecular Weight

302.93 g/mol

IUPAC Name

octadecanoyl chloride

Canonical SMILES

CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)Cl

InChI Key

WTBAHSZERDXKKZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

CAS Number

3386-33-2

Molecular Formula

C18H35ClO

Molecular Weight

302.93 g/mol

IUPAC Name

octadecanoyl chloride

Canonical SMILES

CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)Cl

InChI Key

WTBAHSZERDXKKZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Molecular Weight

302.93 g/mol

Organic Synthesis Reagent

A versatile acyl chloride used to introduce stearoyl groups into organic molecules, essential for the synthesis of esters, amides, and specialized compounds like 4-fluoroceramide and shimofuridin analogs

Pharmaceutical Intermediate

A critical building block utilized to enhance the lipophilicity of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), facilitating the creation of lipophilic prodrugs and drug delivery systems such as lipid nanoparticles for improved bioavailability

Surfactant and Emulsifier Precursor

A key ingredient in the formulation of high-performance surfactants and emulsifiers for use in detergents, personal care products, and food processing to stabilize oil-water mixtures

Polymer Modifier

A functionalizing agent used to modify polymers like cellulose diacetate and chitosan, improving thermal stability, mechanical properties, and creating hydrophobic materials for industrial and medical applications.