Description

Methyl 2-Bromotetradecanoate is a high-purity, synthetic fatty acid ester derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of the bromine atom at the alpha position, which provides a highly reactive site for nucleophilic substitution and chain-extension reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise intermediates for constructing complex molecular architectures, such as bioactive compounds and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with long alkyl chains or lipid-like structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific fatty acid-based motifs.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating polymers with tailored properties, such as hydrophobicity or specific degradation profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for synthesizing mesogenic compounds used in display technologies and organic electronics.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for C-C bond formation (e.g., in Reformatsky-type reactions) and for introducing the tetradecanoate (myristate) moiety into target molecules.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in modifying biomolecules or creating fluorescent/labeling probes due to its reactive bromine handle.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromotetradecanoate
CAS No.	16631-25-7
Molecular Formula	C15H29BrO2
Molecular Weight	321.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromotetradecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Bromomyristate; Methyl 2-Bromomyristate; Myristic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Methyl Ester; Tetradecanoic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Bromotetradecanoate; 2-Bromo-tetradecanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-Bromotetradecanoate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, GC analysis, and identity confirmation (IR, NMR). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports research and production needs under ISO 9001 guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.