Description

2-Hydroxy-3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity synthetic ester derivative of a branched-chain fatty acid, serving as a critical intermediate for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its multifunctional structure, featuring both a methyl ester and a hydroxyl group on a highly branched hydrocarbon chain, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients, chiral building blocks, and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in the development of lipid-soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized surfactants, adjuvants, and bioactive compounds for crop protection formulations.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Acts as a monomer or plasticizer modifier to enhance the flexibility, hydrophobicity, and thermal stability of high-performance polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specific musk-like or woody aroma compounds in fine fragrance applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and building block in organic chemistry research for studying stereochemistry and reaction pathways of branched-chain molecules.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Utilized in the formulation of synthetic esters that improve lubricity and cold-flow properties in advanced lubricants and biofuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	24257-07-6
Molecular Formula	C21H42O3
Molecular Weight	342.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Hydroxy-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoate; 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hydroxyhexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Hydroxyphytanic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Hydroxyphytanate; Phytanic Acid Methyl Ester, 2-Hydroxy-; Methyl 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hydroxyhexadecanoate; 2-Hydroxy-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for synthetic intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
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.