Description

14-Ethyl-5-Hydroxy-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,7,9,13-Tetramethyl-11-Methylene-1-Oxacyclotetradeca-7,12-Diene-2,4-Dione is a complex macrocyclic lactone derivative with significant potential as a key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its structural complexity and functional groups, which make it a valuable building block for advanced chemical synthesis and research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel macrocyclic drug candidates, particularly in oncology and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new generations of complex, biologically active molecules for crop protection.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a model compound or starting material for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including ring-closing metathesis and lactonization reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring specific chiral or structural motifs.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	14-Ethyl-5-Hydroxy-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,7,9,13-Tetramethyl-11-Methylene-1-Oxacyclotetradeca-7,12-Diene-2,4-Dione
CAS No.	100938-27-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₃₄O₅
Molecular Weight	378.50 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-14-ethyl-3,7,9,13-tetramethyl-11-methylene-1-oxacyclotetradeca-7,12-diene-2,4-dione; Macrocyclic Lactone Derivative; 14-Ethyl-5,5-dihydroxymethyl-3,7,9,13-tetramethyl-11-methylene-oxacyclotetradeca-7,12-diene-2,4-dione; CAS 100938-27-0; Oxacyclotetradecadienedione derivative
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Quality Control

Our 14-Ethyl-5-Hydroxy-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,7,9,13-Tetramethyl-11-Methylene-1-Oxacyclotetradeca-7,12-Diene-2,4-Dione is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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). This compound may be sensitive to moisture and prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures; therefore, desiccants and inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) are recommended for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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