Description

4-(1-Tridecenyl)Benzenecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic acid featuring a long-chain alkenyl substituent on the aromatic ring. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where specific lipophilic and reactive properties are required. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring lipophilic side chains for membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the tridecenyl chain can influence bioavailability and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with specific hydrophobic characteristics, used in coatings, adhesives, and advanced composites.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Functions as a precursor in the development of organic electronic materials, where its molecular structure can contribute to desired mesogenic or charge-transport properties.
• Surfactant & Detergent Chemistry: The carboxylic acid head and long hydrocarbon tail make it a candidate for synthesizing novel anionic surfactants with unique emulsifying or foaming profiles.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Employed in the formulation of high-performance lubricants and fuel additives to improve viscosity index and anti-wear properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including esterifications and amide couplings, to introduce a long, unsaturated alkyl chain into target molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for chemical research in academic and industrial laboratories exploring new reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1-Tridecenyl)Benzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	339014-52-7
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Tridec-1-en-1-yl)benzoic Acid; p-(1-Tridecenyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(1-tridecenyl)-; 4-(Tridec-1-enyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(1-Tridecenyl)benzoic Acid; 4-Tridec-1-en-1-ylbenzoic Acid; (E)-4-Tridec-1-en-1-ylbenzoic Acid (possible isomer); TDB Acid (abbrev.)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(1-Tridecenyl)Benzenecarboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks, including REACH, and can accommodate specific customer requirements for analytical methods or purity grades.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood or well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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