Description

cis-5-Tetradecenoic Acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid characterized by a cis double bond at the 5th carbon of a 14-carbon chain. This specific structural feature makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis and lipid research. It is particularly relevant for industries requiring high-purity, defined fatty acid derivatives. Key applications include its use as a precursor for synthesizing bioactive lipids, specialty surfactants, and advanced polymer materials.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in lipid metabolism studies and enzyme assays.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs and other bioactive molecules.
• Specialty Surfactants & Esters: A precursor for manufacturing high-performance, oleochemical-based surfactants and emollients for personal care formulations.
• Polymer Science: Employed in the synthesis of functional monomers for creating polymers with specific flexibility and hydrophobic properties.
• Lubricant Additives: Used to develop synthetic esters that enhance the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for producing specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	cis-5-Tetradecenoic Acid
CAS No.	315178-84-8
Molecular Formula	C14H26O2
Molecular Weight	226.36 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-5-Tetradecenoic Acid; (5Z)-Tetradec-5-enoic Acid; 5-cis-Tetradecenoic Acid; 5-Tetradecenoic Acid, (Z)-; Tetradec-5-enoic Acid; 5-Tetradecenoic Acid; Myristoleic Acid Isomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our cis-5-Tetradecenoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the required specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (cis-5)	≥ 90.0%

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