Description

trans-9-Tricosene is a high-purity, long-chain alkene of significant commercial interest. This compound, also known as Muscalure, serves as a key active ingredient in the formulation of insect pheromone lures and attractants. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the agricultural, pest control, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for integrated pest management solutions.

Application

• Insect Pheromone Formulations: Primary component in lures and traps targeting specific insect species, particularly in agriculture.
• Pest Control Products: Key ingredient for manufacturing commercial and consumer-grade insect attractants for monitoring and control programs.
• Agricultural Research: Used in field studies and laboratory experiments to study insect behavior, mating disruption, and population dynamics.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chemical intermediate or building block for synthesizing more complex organic molecules in research.
• Environmental Monitoring: Employed in traps to monitor insect populations and pest migration patterns for ecological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-9-Tricosene
CAS No.	35857-62-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₄₆
Molecular Weight	322.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Muscalure; (Z)-9-Tricosene; cis-9-Tricosene; 9-Tricosene; Tricos-9-ene; Housefly Sex Pheromone; 9-cis-Tricosene; (9Z)-Tricos-9-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our trans-9-Tricosene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic techniques (GC, HPLC) to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
trans-9-Tricosene Isomer Content	≥ 90.0%
Related Substances (GC)	Report and comply with agreed limits

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