Description

Tetradecylthioacrylic Acid is a specialized organic acid featuring a long alkylthio chain attached to an acrylic acid moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing high-performance additives and functional materials. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries for its role in creating surface-active agents, stabilizers, and adhesion promoters.

Application

• Polymer Additive Synthesis: A key intermediate for producing light stabilizers, antioxidants, and other performance-enhancing additives for plastics and resins.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additives: Used in the formulation of extreme pressure (EP) additives and anti-wear agents for industrial lubricants and specialty fuels.
• Surface Modification Agents: Serves as a precursor for creating surfactants and surface-active compounds used in coatings, textiles, and personal care products.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals requiring a long-chain thioether functional group.
• Adhesion Promoters: Utilized in the development of primers and coupling agents to improve adhesion between polymers and inorganic substrates like metals or glass.
• Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials with tailored surface and chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetradecylthioacrylic Acid
CAS No.	63378-78-9
Molecular Formula	C17H32O2S
Molecular Weight	300.50 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Tetradecylthio)acrylic Acid; 2-(Tetradecylsulfanyl)prop-2-enoic Acid; Tetradecylmercaptoacrylic Acid; 3-(Tetradecylthio)acrylic Acid; TDTA; Myristylthioacrylic Acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-(tetradecylthio)-; 14-Thiaoctadec-16-enoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetradecylthioacrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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