Description

Methyl Pentacosanoate is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) with the CAS registry number 55373-89-2. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and versatile chemical intermediate for advanced research and industrial synthesis. It is essential for laboratories and manufacturers requiring precise, high-quality lipid components. Key applications span the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors, where it is used in formulation development and analytical method validation.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, purity assessment, and quantification of C25 fatty acids and their derivatives via GC, GC-MS, and HPLC.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a key intermediate or model compound in the synthesis of lipid-based drug delivery systems and prodrugs.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Employed as an emollient, texture enhancer, and conditioning agent in high-end skincare and haircare products.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for synthesizing surfactants, lubricants, and wax esters with specific chain-length properties.
• Biochemical & Nutritional Studies: Utilized in metabolic pathway research and as a component in formulating specialized nutritional supplements.
• Material Science: Investigated for its potential in creating bio-based polymers, coatings, and advanced composite materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Pentacosanoate
CAS No.	55373-89-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight	396.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl n-Pentacosanoate; Pentacosanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl ester of Pentacosanoic acid; C25:0 Methyl ester; n-Pentacosanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl n-Pentacosanoate; Methyl pentacosanoic acid ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl Pentacosanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, appearance, and specific impurities. We adhere to cGMP principles for pharmaceutical-grade materials, and our quality systems support compliance with major international standards.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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