Description

22-(tert-Butoxy)-22-Oxodocosanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid derivative characterized by its terminal tert-butoxy and oxo functionalities. This compound serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring long aliphatic chains or specific ester/acid functionalities.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a precursor for developing novel surfactants, adjuvants, or active ingredients with tailored hydrophobic properties.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other functional polymers.
• Lubricant & Additive Synthesis: Employed in creating high-performance lubricant additives and viscosity modifiers.
• Surface Chemistry: Used to develop coatings, surface treatments, and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) due to its amphiphilic structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Functions as a building block for synthesizing labeled fatty acids or lipid analogs for metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	22-(tert-Butoxy)-22-Oxodocosanoic Acid
CAS No.	1642333-05-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₀O₄
Molecular Weight	438.68 g/mol
Synonyms	22-tert-Butoxy-22-oxodocosanoic acid; Docosanoic acid, 22-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-22-oxo-; 22-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)-22-oxodocosanoic acid; 22-(tert-Butoxy)-22-oxobehenic acid; tert-Butyl 21-carboxyhenicosanoate; Oxodocosanoic acid tert-butyl ester derivative; Behenic acid tert-butoxy oxo derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 22-(tert-Butoxy)-22-Oxodocosanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated research and development environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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