Description

Methyl (E)-14-Methylhexadec-8-Enoate is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid methyl ester with a specific geometric configuration. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and specialty chemical producers for applications in fragrance development, lipid research, and the synthesis of bioactive molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specific musky or fatty odor notes in high-value perfumery and flavor compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in the synthesis of complex lipids, prostaglandin analogs, and other bioactive molecules for drug discovery.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile chiral intermediate for constructing more complex organic structures in academic and industrial research settings.
• Lipid Chemistry Studies: Employed as a standard or model compound in research focused on the properties and reactions of unsaturated fatty acid esters.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the development of specialized plasticizers or modifiers due to its long alkyl chain and ester functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (E)-14-Methylhexadec-8-Enoate
CAS No.	56941-91-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₄O₂
Molecular Weight	282.46 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-Methyl 14-Methylhexadec-8-enoate; Methyl (E)-14-Methyl-8-hexadecenoate; (8E)-14-Methyl-8-Hexadecenoic Acid Methyl Ester; 14-Methylhexadec-8(E)-enoic Acid Methyl Ester; (E)-14-Methylhexadec-8-enoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (E)-14-Methylhexadec-8-enoate; 8(E)-14-Methylhexadecenoic Acid Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl (E)-14-Methylhexadec-8-Enoate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity, isomeric purity, and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
(E)-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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