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Methyl docosanoate
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Methyl docosanoate is a long-chain fatty acid methyl ester used in specialty chemical applications, including lubricants, surfactants, and research reagents. It has a molecular formula of C23H46O2, a molecular weight of 345.61 g/mol, and is identified by CAS number 929-77-1. Store at 2 to 8 °C. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies Methyl docosanoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 mg — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow/yellowish solid. |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥85.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 54 °C |
| Boiling Point | 224-225 °C at 15 mmHg |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0000013 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.4339 |
Source: PubChem CID 13584 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90026755 |
| CAS Number | 929-77-1 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl docosanoate |
| EC Number | 213-207-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C23H46O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 345.61 |
| Exact Mass | 354.3498 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC |
| InChIKey | QSQLTHHMFHEFIY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C23H46O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23(24)25-2/h3-22H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 13584 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159018 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Behenic acid methyl ester
- Behenic Methyl Ester
- C22 FAME
- Docosanoic acid methyl ester (FAME MIX)
- Docosanoic acid, methyl ester
- Docosanoic acid, methyl ester;Methyl docosanoate;Behenic acid, methyl ester
- Kemester 9022
- Methyl behenate
- n-Docosanoic acid methyl ester
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl docosanoate used for?
Methyl docosanoate is primarily used as a specialty chemical in research and development, including applications in lipid chemistry and as a model compound for studying fatty acid esters.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl docosanoate?
The chemical formula is C23H46O2 and the molecular weight is 345.61 g/mol.
How should methyl docosanoate be stored?
Store at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available for methyl docosanoate?
Molekula supplies methyl docosanoate in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory research and development.
Can Molekula supply methyl docosanoate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply methyl docosanoate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of methyl docosanoate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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