Description

Hentetracontanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) with the CAS registry number 40710-33-6. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical research and specialty manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel formulations and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, calibration, and quality control in lipid and fatty acid profiling.
• Lipid Research Intermediate: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of complex lipids, surfactants, and membrane components for biochemical studies.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Employed in the formulation of high-end emollients, skin-conditioning agents, and texture modifiers.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Functions as a plasticizer, lubricant, or processing aid in the production of specialized polymers and coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for identifying and quantifying long-chain fatty acid derivatives.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for investigating lipid metabolism, surfactant properties, and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hentetracontanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	40710-33-6
Molecular Formula	C42H84O2
Molecular Weight	621.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Hentetracontanoate; Methyl n-Hentetracontanoate; Hentetracontanoic Acid, Methyl Ester; C41:0 Methyl Ester; Methyl ester of hentetracontanoic acid; Docosanoic acid, methyl ester (related series); Long-chain fatty acid methyl ester C41
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hentetracontanoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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