Description

(E)-2-Hexadecenoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid ester characterized by its specific (E)-configuration at the double bond. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and reference standard for research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for producing pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma compounds and esters.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a pure reference standard in analytical chemistry and metabolic studies.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Used in the formulation of specialized lubricants and polymer modifiers.
• Biochemical Probe: Utilized in lipidomics research to study enzyme activity and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-2-Hexadecenoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	135251-95-5
Molecular Formula	C18H34O2
Molecular Weight	282.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (E)-2-Hexadecenoate; Ethyl trans-2-Hexadecenoate; 2-Hexadecenoic Acid, Ethyl Ester, (E)-; Palmitoleic Acid Ethyl Ester (trans- isomer); Ethyl Palmitoleate (trans-); trans-2-Hexadecen-1-oic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (E)-2-Palmitoleate
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Quality Control

Our (E)-2-Hexadecenoic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0% (E)-isomer
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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