Description

Mycocerosic Acid CAS NO 5691-98-5 is a high-purity, multi-methyl branched long-chain fatty acid, a key component of the complex lipid layer found in the cell walls of pathogenic mycobacteria. This unique structure makes it a critical reference standard and a valuable building block for biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. It is essential for scientists and manufacturers in the fields of infectious disease research, diagnostic reagent development, and novel antibiotic discovery, particularly targeting tuberculosis and related mycobacterial infections.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of mycobacterial lipids in research samples.
• Diagnostic Development: Used in the development and calibration of diagnostic assays, including ELISA and chromatography-based tests, for detecting mycobacterial infections.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key synthetic intermediate or a target molecule in the research and development of new anti-tuberculosis and anti-leprosy drugs.
• Vaccine Adjuvant Studies: Investigated for its immunomodulatory properties in vaccine formulation research to enhance immune response against mycobacteria.
• Cell Wall Biology Studies: Essential for studying the biosynthesis, structure, and function of the complex mycobacterial cell wall, a primary target for drug action.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: A crucial analyte in lipid profiling studies to understand mycobacterial physiology and host-pathogen interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mycocerosic Acid
CAS No.	5691-98-5
Molecular Formula	C32H64O2
Molecular Weight	480.86 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6,8-Tetramethyloctacosanoic Acid; Mycoceranic Acid; Phthioceranic Acid; D-Mycocerosic Acid; (2R,4R,6R,8R)-2,4,6,8-Tetramethyloctacosanoic Acid; Tuberculostearic Acid (related); Multi-methyl Branched Fatty Acid C32
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mycocerosic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC-MS for identity confirmation, and specific optical rotation measurement to ensure structural authenticity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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