pentadecan-7-ol

pentadecan-7-ol is a naturally occurring secondary alcohol and a versatile high-purity chemical intermediate utilized in antimicrobial research and advanced material synthesis. Studies have demonstrated that pentadecan-7-ol possesses potent inhibitory effects against Gram-positive pathogens, particularly Listeria monocytogenes, where its specific C-7 hydroxyl position optimizes membrane penetration and lipid bilayer destabilization . Beyond its bioactivity, pentadecan-7-ol serves as a crucial precursor in organic synthesis; its secondary alcohol group can be esterified or etherified to create lubricants and surfactants, while the long alkyl chains make it a valuable building block for designing liquid crystals and self-assembling monolayers . Supplied as a stable solid, pentadecan-7-ol offers distinct handling advantages over liquid isomers, ensuring safer storage and accurate weighing for research applications ranging from antifungal mechanism studies to the development of lipophilic drug delivery excipients.

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Synthetic Route

The synthesis of pentadecan-7-ol can be achieved via Grignard addition. A documented approach for constructing asymmetrical secondary alcohols involves reacting 7-(benzyloxy)heptanal with octylmagnesium bromide in dry diethyl ether under reflux, followed by acidic work-up to yield a protected intermediate that is subsequently deprotected to give the target pentadecan-7-ol . Alternative laboratory routes may involve the reduction of the corresponding ketone (pentadecan-7-one) or cross-coupling of appropriate alkyl fragments. Cosperpharm employs validated purification protocols to ensure removal of ketone byproducts and alkyl halide residuals from such synthetic routes

FAQ

Q1: Is this compound hazardous?

A: pentadecan-7-ol is classified with hazard statements H315 (Causes skin irritation), H319 (Causes serious eye irritation), and H335 (May cause respiratory irritation). Use in a fume hood with appropriate PPE—gloves, safety goggles, and a lab coat .

Q2: What is the typical lead time?

A: R&D quantities (1g–50g) ship within 5–7 business days. Bulk quantities (100g–25kg) typically ship within 2–3 weeks. Expedited processing is available upon request.

Quality Assurance at Cosperpharm

Each batch undergoes:

● Gas chromatography (GC) – purity ≥97.0%

● Non‑aqueous titration – purity ≥97.0%

● Refractive index – confirmatory analysis

● ¹H NMR – structural verification

● Appearance – colorless to light yellow to light orange clear liquid

A comprehensive COA, MSDS (with full GHS information), and certificate of origin accompany every shipment.

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