Description

Methyl α-Eleostearate is a high-purity fatty acid methyl ester derived from natural sources. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional ingredient in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is essential for R&D and production in industries such as specialty polymers, lubricant additives, and cosmetic formulations, where its unique structural properties are leveraged.

Application

• Intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Key raw material for producing high-performance lubricant additives and surfactants.
• Functional ingredient in cosmetic and personal care formulations for emolliency.
• Building block for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis.
• Component in coatings and ink formulations to modify rheological properties.
• Used in academic and industrial research as a reference standard for conjugated fatty acid studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl α-Eleostearate
CAS No.	4175-47-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	292.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 9,11,13-Octadecatrienoate; Methyl α-Eleostearate; Methyl (9Z,11E,13E)-Octadeca-9,11,13-trienoate; Methyl cis-9,trans-11,trans-13-Octadecatrienoate; Methyl α-Eleostearinate; α-Eleostearic Acid Methyl Ester; Tung Oil Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (major component)
EINECS	224-052-5

Quality Control

Our Methyl α-Eleostearate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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