Description

(E)-Tetradec-4-Enoic Acid is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid derivative characterized by its specific (E)-configuration at the double bond. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and material science. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of bioactive molecules and potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce specific hydrophobic or olefinic properties into polymers.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic compounds for display technologies and electronic applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a starting material for the creation of specific long-chain aliphatic flavor and fragrance compounds.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A critical reagent in organic chemistry research for studying stereoselective reactions and synthesizing complex natural product analogs.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Used to develop specialized additives that modify the properties of industrial lubricants and surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-Tetradec-4-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	544-65-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	226.36 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-4-Tetradecenoic Acid; trans-4-Tetradecenoic Acid; (E)-Tetradec-4-enoic Acid; FA(14:1(4E)); Myristoleic Acid Isomer; (4E)-Tetradec-4-enoic Acid; trans-Tetradec-4-enoic Acid; 4-Tetradecenoic Acid, (E)-
EINECS	208-873-5

Quality Control

Our (E)-Tetradec-4-Enoic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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