Description

Methyl Tuberate CAS NO 33673-62-0 is a high-purity fatty acid methyl ester derived from tuberculostearic acid, serving as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis. Its defined structure and consistent quality make it essential for research and production processes requiring precise molecular building blocks. This compound is particularly valuable for pharmaceutical R&D, specialty chemical manufacturing, and analytical laboratories focused on lipid chemistry and microbiology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting microbial pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key reference standard and substrate in studies of mycobacterial cell wall composition and lipid metabolism.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for producing surfactants, lubricants, and other performance chemicals with specific chain-length properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a calibration standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for the identification and quantification of complex lipid mixtures.
• Microbiology & Diagnostics: Utilized in the development of diagnostic tools and growth media components for the study of tuberculosis and related pathogens.
• Material Science: Investigated for its potential in creating bio-based polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Tuberate
CAS No.	33673-62-0
Molecular Formula	C20H40O2
Molecular Weight	312.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 10-Methyloctadecanoate; Methyl 10-Methylstearate; Methyl Tuberculostearate; 10-Methyloctadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Tuberculostearic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 10-Methyloctadecanoate; 10-Methylstearic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl Tuberate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for critical research and production applications.

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 oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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