Description

Tridecanoyl Chloride is a versatile C13 fatty acid chloride, a key building block in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as an acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the tridecanoyl group into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients, surfactants, or polymer modifiers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acylation agent for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additives: Production of esters and amides used as emulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, and friction modifiers.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for producing polyamides, polyesters, and other specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Synthesis of esters that contribute to specific aromatic profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions to form ketones, amides, and esters in research and development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Tridecanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	17746-06-4
Molecular Formula	C13H25ClO
Molecular Weight	232.79 g/mol
Synonyms	Tridecanoyl Chloride; n-Tridecanoyl Chloride; Tridecanoic Acid Chloride; n-Tridecanoic Acid Chloride; 1-Tridecanoyl Chloride; Tridecanoyl Chloride; Myristoyl Chloride (C13); C13 Acid Chloride
EINECS	241-755-5

Quality Control

Our Tridecanoyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and amines. Due to its hygroscopic and strong acid/organic solvent nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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