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Methyl stearate 99%

SKU 90037966 CAS 112-61-8 Available on enquiry

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Methyl stearate 99% is a fatty acid methyl ester used as a surfactant, lubricant, and intermediate in chemical synthesis. It is a white crystalline or waxy solid at room temperature, melting at about 37–39 °C, with low volatility and good thermal stability. CAS: 112-61-8. Molekula supplies Methyl stearate 99% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037966
CAS Number: 112-61-8
IUPAC Name: methyl octadecanoate
EC Number: 203-990-4
Exact Mass: 298.2872
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC
InChIKey: HPEUJPJOZXNMSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C19H38O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19(20)21-2/h3-18H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 8201

Synonyms

Emery 2218
Kemester 9018
Kemester 9718
Metholene 2218
Methyl n-octadecanoate
Methyl octadecanoate
METHYL STEARATE (II)
n-Octadecanoic acid methyl ester
Stearic acid methyl ester

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: White crystals
Melting Point: 39.1 °C
Boiling Point: 443 °C
Vapour Pressure: 1.36 × 10⁻⁵ mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index: 1.4367
log P (octanol/water): 8.35

Source: PubChem CID 8201 (HSDB)

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Frequently asked questions

What is methyl stearate 99% used for?

It is commonly used as a surfactant, lubricant, and intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl stearate 99%?

The formula is C19H38O2 and the molecular weight is 298.51 g/mol.

How should methyl stearate 99% be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials.

What grade of methyl stearate 99% is available?

We supply it as 99% pure, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply methyl stearate 99% in bulk?

Yes, we offer bulk quantities upon request; please contact our sales team for details.

What documentation comes with an order of methyl stearate 99%?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.