Description

(E)-Hexadec-7-Enoic Acid is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid derivative characterized by its specific trans-configuration at the 7-8 carbon bond. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate, offering a defined structure for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers. Industrial buyers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical research, and specialty materials sectors need this acid for its role in creating compounds with tailored physical and biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced liquid crystal materials for display technologies due to its rigid, elongated structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Acts as a precursor for various organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions and the preparation of other unsaturated derivatives.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Incorporated into polymer chains to modify flexibility, thermal stability, and other material properties.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in lipidomics and as a standard or probe in studies of fatty acid metabolism and membrane biology.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-Hexadec-7-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	2416-19-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	254.41 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-7-Hexadecenoic Acid; trans-7-Hexadecenoic Acid; (E)-7-Palmitoleic Acid; 7-Hexadecenoic Acid, (E)-; Palmitelaidic Acid; FA(16:1(7E)); (7E)-Hexadec-7-enoic Acid; trans-Hexadec-7-enoic Acid
EINECS	219-327-7

Quality Control

Our (E)-Hexadec-7-Enoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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 area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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