Description

Azelaic Acid Monomethyl Ester is a high-purity monoester derivative of azelaic acid, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is essential for synthesizing specialized polymers, plasticizers, and performance additives where controlled ester functionality is required. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries for its ability to modify material properties and introduce specific functional groups.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Key intermediate for producing polyesters, polyamides, and other condensation polymers, imparting flexibility and specific thermal properties.
• Plasticizer Production: Used in the manufacture of ester-based plasticizers for PVC and other polymers to improve low-temperature performance and durability.
• Lubricant & Synthetic Oil Formulation: Serves as a precursor for synthetic ester oils and lubricant additives, offering excellent viscosity and stability.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Intermediate: A building block for synthesizing high-performance corrosion inhibitors used in industrial fluids and coatings.
• Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and cosmetic actives where azelaic acid derivatives are beneficial.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Acts as a hydrophobic component in the production of non-ionic surfactants for specialized formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azelaic Acid Monomethyl Ester
CAS No.	2104-19-0
Molecular Formula	C10H18O4
Molecular Weight	202.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Monomethyl Azelate; Methyl Hydrogen Azelate; Methyl 9-carboxynonanoate; Azelaic Acid Methyl Ester; 9-Methoxy-9-oxononanoic Acid; Nonanedioic Acid, Monomethyl Ester; Methyl Azelate (partial ester); Azelaic Acid 1-Methyl Ester
EINECS	218-264-5

Quality Control

Our Azelaic Acid Monomethyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against comprehensive specifications, including identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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