Description

(2E,4S)-Tetradeca-2,4,5-Trienoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, stereochemically defined methyl ester derivative of a conjugated trienoic fatty acid. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs, leukotriene antagonists, and other bioactive compounds with conjugated polyene structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing novel insecticides, pheromones, and plant growth regulators that leverage its specific stereochemistry and unsaturated chain.
• Organic Synthesis: Used in stereoselective reactions, including Diels-Alder cycloadditions and cross-coupling reactions, to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific unsaturated esters that contribute to complex aroma profiles.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where the conjugated system influences material properties.
• Biochemical Research: Probe or substrate in enzymatic studies related to fatty acid metabolism and modification.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2E,4S)-Tetradeca-2,4,5-Trienoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	65451-10-7
Molecular Formula	C15H24O2
Molecular Weight	236.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2E,4S)-tetradeca-2,4,5-trienoate; (2E,4S)-2,4,5-Tetradecatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester; (4S)-(2E,4S)-Tetradeca-2,4,5-Trienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (E,S)-Tetradeca-2,4,5-Trienoate; Conjugated Trienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Chiral C14 Trienoate Ester
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Quality Control

Our (2E,4S)-Tetradeca-2,4,5-Trienoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure identity, strength, and stereochemical integrity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Under these conditions, the product is stable for extended periods. For long-term storage (>12 months), consider storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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