Description

Methyl 11-Hydroxyundecanoate is a high-purity, bifunctional fatty acid ester featuring both a terminal hydroxyl group and a methyl ester. This unique structure makes it a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate for the synthesis of specialty polymers, lubricants, and cosmetic ingredients. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and polymer industries for creating advanced materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Key monomer for producing polyesters and polyurethanes with specific flexibility and hydrophilicity.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Precursor: Used to synthesize ester-based lubricants and bio-derived plasticizers with enhanced performance.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Serves as a building block for emollients, surfactants, and viscosity modifiers in skin and hair care formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Surface Coatings & Resins: A reactive modifier in alkyd resins and coating formulations to improve adhesion and durability.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for the production of macrocyclic musks and other specialty aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 11-Hydroxyundecanoate
CAS No.	24724-07-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄O₃
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	11-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 11-Hydroxyundecanoate; Undecanoic acid, 11-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl ω-hydroxyundecanoate; Methyl 11-hydroxyhendecanoate; 11-Hydroxy Methyl Undecanoate; Methyl 11-hydroxyundecanoic acid ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 11-Hydroxyundecanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details

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