Description

(3E,7E)-4,8,12-Trimethyl-3,7,11-Tridecatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetic ester derivative of a key farnesol-related intermediate. This compound serves as a crucial building block and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and fragrance research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the flavors & fragrances, pharmaceutical intermediates, and fine chemical sectors for creating complex terpenoid structures.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor for the production of sophisticated woody, amber, and floral scent molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in the synthesis of terpenoid-based drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for creating analogs of farnesol, farnesyl diphosphate, and other isoprenoid compounds.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in GC-MS and HPLC for quality control and research in fragrance and natural product chemistry.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized terpenoid-based active ingredients.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for studying terpene biosynthesis, enzyme mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3E,7E)-4,8,12-Trimethyl-3,7,11-Tridecatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	36237-69-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₈O₂
Molecular Weight	264.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3E,7E)-4,8,12-Trimethyl-3,7,11-tridecatrienoate; (E,E)-Farnesylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (all-E)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrienoate (related isomer); Methyl 4,8,12-Trimethyl-3,7,11-tridecatrienoate; Methyl (E,E)-Farnesoate; 3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester Derivative; Farnesol Acid Methyl Ester; Terpenoid Ester Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our (3E,7E)-4,8,12-Trimethyl-3,7,11-Tridecatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and HPLC, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Isomeric Purity ((E,E)-Isomer)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.1%

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