Description

12,15-Octadecadiynoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized long-chain fatty acid derivative featuring conjugated diyne functionality. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs and novel polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates, leveraging its reactive diyne groups for click chemistry and cycloaddition reactions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as conjugated polymers for electronic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a versatile synthon in organic chemistry for constructing complex carbon chains and introducing rigid, linear segments into target molecules.
• Research & Development: An essential tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Its elongated, rigid structure makes it suitable for research into liquid crystal compounds and other advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	12,15-Octadecadiynoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	57156-95-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	290.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 12,15-Octadecadiynoate; Methyl Octadeca-12,15-diynoate; 12,15-Octadecadiynoic Acid, Methyl Ester; Methyl ester of 12,15-Octadecadiynoic acid; Octadeca-12,15-diynoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of 12,15-Octadecadiynoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and maintain stability. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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