Description

Methyl-3-(1-Methyl-1-Methoxyethoxy)-Tetradecanoate is a specialized ester derivative of tetradecanoic acid, featuring a unique ketal-protected hydroxyl group. This structural feature makes it a valuable protected intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the controlled introduction of functionalized fatty acid chains. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with lipophilic side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific fatty acid-derived moieties.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with tailored hydrophobicity and degradation profiles.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Research: Employed in the development of novel bio-based lubricant additives and non-ionic surfactants.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing esters with complex, long-chain alcohol components for specialty aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Functions as a scaffold for creating lipidated probes to study protein-lipid interactions and membrane biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-3-(1-Methyl-1-Methoxyethoxy)-Tetradecanoate
CAS No.	239136-78-8
Molecular Formula	C19H38O4
Molecular Weight	330.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(1-Methoxy-1-methylethoxy)tetradecanoate; Tetradecanoic acid, 3-(1-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-(1-methyl-1-methoxyethoxy)myristate; 3-(1-Methoxy-1-methylethoxy)tetradecanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(isopropoxycarbonyloxy)tetradecanoate (related protected form); Ketal-protected 3-hydroxytetradecanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-3-(1-Methyl-1-Methoxyethoxy)-Tetradecanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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