Description

trans-2-Decenoic Acid is a high-purity, unsaturated medium-chain fatty acid with the CAS number 334-49-6. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and active ingredient, valued for its specific chemical structure and reactivity. It is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of esters and lactones for creating fruity, waxy, or creamy notes in perfumes and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a crucial building block in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymers and Resins: Utilized in the production of specialty coatings, adhesives, and polymers where its unsaturated bond enables cross-linking or modification.
• Research and Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs as a standard or reagent for organic synthesis and biochemical studies.
• Personal Care Products: Can be incorporated into formulations for soaps, creams, and lotions, often after conversion into milder derivatives.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	trans-2-Decenoic Acid
CAS No.	334-49-6
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Decenoic Acid; trans-Dec-2-enoic Acid; 2-Decenoic Acid, (E)-; (E)-Dec-2-enoic Acid; 2-trans-Decenoic Acid; (2E)-Dec-2-enoic Acid; trans-β-Decenoic Acid; 334-49-6
EINECS	206-376-5

Quality Control

Our trans-2-Decenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping it under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
trans-Isomer Content	≥ 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.