Description

7-Oxotetradecanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain keto fatty acid derivative with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring a carbonyl group at the 7-position, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for modifying pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific fatty acid backbones.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating polymers with tailored properties such as biodegradability or specific surface characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed as a model substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of macrocyclic musk compounds and other complex aroma chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies related to fatty acid metabolism and the synthesis of labeled compounds for analytical purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxotetradecanoic Acid
CAS No.	54527-27-4
Molecular Formula	C14H26O3
Molecular Weight	242.36 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxomyristic Acid; Tetradecanoic acid, 7-oxo-; 7-Ketotetradecanoic Acid; 7-Oxotetradecanoic acid; 7-Oxotetradecylic Acid; 7-Ketomyristic Acid; 7-Oxo-n-tetradecanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Oxotetradecanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profile. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele in research and cGMP-compliant production environments.

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). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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