Description

Heptadecanedioic Acid Mono-tert-Butyl Ester is a high-purity, long-chain dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical protected intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a selective reactive site for the controlled construction of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and specialty polymer research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance materials industries seeking to build specific molecular architectures with precision.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring long aliphatic chains or specific carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or co-monomer for producing specialized polyesters, polyamides, and other condensation polymers with tailored properties like flexibility or hydrophobicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate long-chain diacid motifs.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additives: Precursor for synthesizing ester-based additives that enhance performance characteristics in industrial lubricants and surfactants.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-chain extension methodologies and protecting group strategies.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Starting material for producing emollients, thickeners, or other specialty esters used in personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptadecanedioic Acid Mono-tert-Butyl Ester
CAS No.	905302-44-5
Molecular Formula	C21H40O4
Molecular Weight	356.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-tert-Butyl heptadecanedioate; Mono-tert-butyl heptadecanedioate; Heptadecanedioic acid 1-tert-butyl ester; 17-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)heptadecanoic acid; 17-tert-Butoxy-17-oxoheptadecanoic acid; Heptadecanedioic acid mono(1,1-dimethylethyl) ester; 905302-44-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Heptadecanedioic Acid Mono-tert-Butyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Purity (GC)	≥96.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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