Description

20-Oxohenicosanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, long-chain keto fatty acid ester that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic chemistry. Its precise molecular structure makes it invaluable for constructing complex lipid analogs and for use in metabolic pathway research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of bioactive molecules and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs, leukotriene modulators, and other bioactive lipid molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel plant growth regulators and pheromone analogs due to its long aliphatic chain.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and validation in quality control laboratories.
• Biochemical Probe: Employed in metabolic studies to investigate fatty acid oxidation and ketone body metabolism pathways.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile precursor for further chemical transformations, including reduction, Grignard reactions, and homologation to produce longer-chain derivatives.
• Material Science: Monomer or modifier in the research of specialty polymers and surface-active agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	20-Oxohenicosanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	56247-70-2
Molecular Formula	C22H42O3
Molecular Weight	354.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 20-Oxohenicosanoate; Henicosanoic acid, 20-oxo-, methyl ester; 20-Ketohenicosanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 20-ketohenicosanoate; 20-Oxoheneicosanoic Acid Methyl Ester; 20-Oxodocosanoic Acid Methyl Ester (common misnomer); Docosanoic acid, 20-oxo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 20-Oxohenicosanoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR) to ensure structural integrity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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