Description

10-Methyldodecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a branched-chain fatty acid ester with a defined 13-carbon backbone. This specific chemical structure makes it a valuable intermediate and reference standard for research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for its utility in creating complex organic molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing musky or woody aroma chemicals and specialty esters used in perfumery.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a chiral intermediate or a reference standard in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and metabolic studies.
• Lubricant and Plasticizer Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for producing specialized esters that function as synthetic lubricants, base oils, or polymer plasticizers.
• Surface-Active Agent Production: Employed in the synthesis of novel surfactants and emulsifiers for specialty cleaning or cosmetic formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a protected or derivatized form of the corresponding fatty acid in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Analytical Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) analysis in quality control and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	10-Methyldodecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	5129-65-7
Molecular Formula	C14H28O2
Molecular Weight	228.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 10-Methyldodecanoate; 10-Methyllauric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 10-Methyllaurate; 12-Methyltridecanoic Acid Methyl Ester (alternative numbering); Methyl 12-Methyltridecanoate; 10-Methyl Dodecanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 10-Methyl Dodecanoate
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Quality Control

Our 10-Methyldodecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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