Description

Methyl-trans-4-Decenoate is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid methyl ester characterized by its specific trans-configuration at the 4-position. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the flavors & fragrances, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and pheromones due to its unsaturated ester structure.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the preparation of bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions and hydrogenation studies.
• Research and Development: A standard compound for analytical method development and biochemical research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-trans-4-Decenoate
CAS No.	93979-14-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-Decenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (E)-4-Decenoate; 4-Decenoic Acid, Methyl Ester, (E)-; Methyl trans-Dec-4-enoate; (E)-4-Decen-1-oic Acid Methyl Ester; 93979-14-7; Methyl (E)-dec-4-enoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl-trans-4-Decenoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (trans-4)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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