Description

12-Tridecynoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity alkyne-functionalized fatty acid ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its terminal alkyne group makes it a versatile intermediate for click chemistry, particularly in Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reactions to form 1,2,3-triazoles. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of new drug candidates via click chemistry methodologies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel pesticides and herbicides with tailored biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Bioconjugation: Facilitates the labeling and modification of biomolecules (proteins, peptides) for diagnostic and research applications.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Used to create activity-based probes for studying enzymatic function and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-Tridecynoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	56909-01-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight	224.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 12-Tridecynoate; Methyl Tridec-12-ynoate; 12-Tridecynoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 12-Tridecynoate; Tridec-12-ynoic Acid Methyl Ester; 12-Tridecynoic Acid, Methyl Ester; Methyl ester of 12-Tridecynoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 12-Tridecynoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable and consistent performance in your sensitive synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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