Description

Methyl Myristelaidate CAS NO 72025-18-4 is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid methyl ester derived from myristelaidic acid. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient, valued for its specific chemical structure in advanced synthesis and formulation. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for product development and process optimization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its unsaturated backbone for further chemical modifications.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in premium creams, lotions, and serums.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in organic reactions, including hydrogenation, esterification, and polymer synthesis.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Precursor: Utilized in the production of specialized lubricants and bio-based plasticizers for industrial applications.
• Research & Development: Employed in chemical research as a standard or reagent for studying lipid metabolism, membrane properties, and organic reaction mechanisms.
• Specialty Chemical Formulations: Incorporated into high-performance coatings, adhesives, and other industrial formulations requiring specific fatty acid ester properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Myristelaidate
CAS No.	72025-18-4
Molecular Formula	C15H28O2
Molecular Weight	240.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (E)-tetradec-9-enoate; Methyl trans-9-Tetradecenoate; Myristelaidic Acid Methyl Ester; (E)-9-Tetradecenoic Acid Methyl Ester; trans-Methyl Myristoleate; Methyl (E)-9-Tetradecenoate; trans-9-Tetradecenoic Acid Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Myristelaidate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%

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