Description

Methyl 3-(2-Octadecylcyclopropen-1-Yl)Propanoate is a specialized synthetic ester featuring a cyclopropene ring, a structural motif of significant interest in organic synthesis and materials science. This compound matters for its utility as a key intermediate or building block in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material manufacturing sectors. The unique steric and electronic properties imparted by its long alkyl chain and strained ring system make it valuable for creating molecules with tailored functionalities.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Polymer Science: Used in the research and development of specialty polymers and copolymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal Research: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the formulation of liquid crystalline materials for display technologies.
• Material Science: Employed in surface modification studies and the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Potential use in developing probes or tags for studying biological systems due to its reactive cyclopropene group.
• Cross-linking Agent: Investigated for its ability to act as a cross-linker in polymer networks under specific conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(2-Octadecylcyclopropen-1-Yl)Propanoate
CAS No.	156733-09-4
Molecular Formula	C25H46O2
Molecular Weight	378.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(2-Octadecylcycloprop-1-en-1-yl)propanoate; Propanoic acid, 3-(2-octadecyl-1-cyclopropen-1-yl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-(2-stearylcyclopropen-1-yl)propionate; 2-Octadecylcycloprop-1-ene-1-propanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-(2-Octadecylcyclopropen-1-Yl)Propanoate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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