Description

Methyl Brassidate is a high-purity fatty acid methyl ester derived from natural sources, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and specialty ingredient. Its consistent quality and defined molecular structure make it a critical component for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical excipient formulation, and the production of high-value lubricants and cosmetic emollients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a component in lipid-based drug delivery systems.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as an emollient and texture enhancer in creams, lotions, and high-end skincare formulations.
• Lubricant & Metalworking Fluid Additive: Serves as a bio-based component or synthetic base stock for specialized lubricants requiring high stability.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key starting material or intermediate for producing surfactants, plasticizers, and other ester derivatives.
• Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and material science research.
• Food-Grade Lubricant Formulation: Where applicable and with appropriate certification, can be used in formulations requiring incidental food contact.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Brassidate
CAS No.	7439-44-3
Molecular Formula	C21H40O2
Molecular Weight	324.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 13-Docosenoate; Methyl Erucate; Docosenoic Acid, 13-, Methyl Ester; Methyl cis-13-Docosenoate; Brassidic Acid Methyl Ester; Erucic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (Z)-13-Docosenoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Brassidate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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 maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	70 - 85 g I2/100g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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