Description

(E)-9-Dodecenoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) characterized by its specific (E)-configuration at the double bond. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate and building block for advanced organic synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, fragrance, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, including potential drug candidates and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel insecticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, plasticizers, and surface-active agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in research and development for cross-coupling reactions, hydrogenation studies, and chiral synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Applied in studies of lipid metabolism and as a standard or probe in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-9-Dodecenoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55030-26-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight	212.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (E)-9-Dodecenoate; (E)-9-Dodecenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl trans-9-Dodecenoate; (E)-Dodec-9-enoic Acid Methyl Ester; 9-Dodecenoic Acid, Methyl Ester, (9E)-; Methyl 9-Dodecenoate; trans-9-Dodecenoic Acid Methyl Ester; FA(11:1(9E))Me
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Quality Control

Our (E)-9-Dodecenoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and conformity to specified standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance for your R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon blanket). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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