(Z)-11-Hexadecenol

(Z)-11-Hexadecenol (CAS 56683-54-6) is a C16 alcohol used as a semiochemical component in surveillance and IPM work against Lepidoptera (moths).

The only target recorded in our file is Lepidoptera (moths) (Lepidoptera spp.) — which is why the material is held for surveillance work rather than as general stock.

Buyers take it as a blend building block for a defined pest complex, with the loading and dispenser chosen for the flight period and for the trap design already in use in the stand.

Where it is used

This material sits in the working part of the catalogue: the compounds formulation teams ask for by CAS when a blend needs a specific isomer, a reference point for a chromatogram, or a small quantity to test before committing to a drum.

Isomer, stability and handling

Alcohols are comparatively stable but hygroscopic. Small water uptake is enough to move a release rate over a long flight season, so keep containers sealed and dry between weighing operations.

Store cool, dry and dark: sealed under nitrogen or argon at −20 °C for holdings longer than one season, and let containers reach room temperature before opening so condensation does not enter the material. Weigh and formulate in a ventilated area; the safety data sheet gives handling detail for the neat substance.

Documentation and packing

Paperwork is deliberately boring: certificate of analysis with assay and isomer figures, GC trace, SDS and packing list. Nothing is quoted that cannot be reproduced on a rerun.

Standard packing for this line is 1kg / 25kg / 100kg, with smaller development quantities available so a blend can be trialled before a bulk order. Lead time is confirmed at quotation.

Specification

Product name	(Z)-11-Hexadecenol
CAS number	56683-54-6
Molecular formula	C16H32O
Molecular weight	240.42 g/mol
Chemical class	Alcohol
Function	Semiochemical component
Assay and isomeric purity	Stated per lot on the certificate of analysis
Standard packing	1kg / 25kg / 100kg
Development quantity	Available on request, below standard pack
Lead time	Confirmed at quotation
Catalogue reference	S3-56683-54-6

Target species recorded against this compound

• Lepidoptera (moths) Lepidoptera spp.

Species records are drawn from the blend literature filed for this material. Where a programme targets a species not listed, the blend is usually a ratio question rather than a different compound — send the target and we will confirm.