Description

Methyl Tetradecanesulfonate is a high-purity organic sulfonate ester, a versatile chemical intermediate essential for advanced synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key building block for introducing the tetradecanesulfonyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the development of specialized surfactants, lubricant additives, and performance chemicals. This compound is particularly critical for R&D and production within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring specific sulfonate ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Detergent Manufacturing: Acts as a hydrophobic precursor for the production of anionic surfactants with tailored chain lengths for industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Employed in the development of extreme pressure (EP) additives and anti-wear agents for advanced lubricants and functional fluids.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized as a sulfonation agent or comonomer to impart specific properties like hydrophilicity or ionic character to polymers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for method development and creating novel chemical entities.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as a component in synthesizing organic corrosion inhibitors for metal treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Tetradecanesulfonate
CAS No.	4230-14-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₃₂O₃S
Molecular Weight	292.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetradecanesulfonic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Myristyl Sulfonate; Myristylsulfonic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 1-Tetradecanesulfonate; Methyl n-Tetradecanesulfonate; 1-Tetradecanesulfonic Acid Methyl Ester; n-Tetradecanesulfonic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Tetradecyl Sulfonate
EINECS	224-186-2

Quality Control

Our Methyl Tetradecanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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