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Methyl tetracosanoate
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Methyl tetracosanoate is a straight-chain fatty acid methyl ester, commonly used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry, particularly for gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, and as a lubricant additive in industrial applications. This chemical features a CAS number of 2442-49-1, a molecular formula of CH3(CH2)22COOCH3, and a molecular weight of 382.66 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies Methyl tetracosanoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034186 |
| CAS Number | 2442-49-1 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl tetracosanoate |
| EC Number | 219-475-2 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)22COOCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 382.66 |
| Exact Mass | 382.3811 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC |
| InChIKey | XUDJZDNUVZHSKZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C25H50O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23-24-25(26)27-2/h3-24H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 75546 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29159018 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- C24 FAME
- Lignoceric acid methyl ester
- Methyl lignocerate
- Methyl tetracosanoate (Standard)
- Methyl tetracosanoic acid
- Tetracosanoic acid methyl ester (FAME MIX)
- Tetracosanoic acid, methyl ester
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl tetracosanoate commonly used for?
Methyl tetracosanoate is primarily used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry, particularly in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS), and as a lubricant or plasticizer in niche industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl tetracosanoate?
The chemical formula is **CH₃(CH₂)₂₂COOCH₃**, and the molecular weight is **382.66 g/mol**.
How should methyl tetracosanoate be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
What purity grades of methyl tetracosanoate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methyl tetracosanoate in **analytical standard grade (≥98% purity)**. Bulk or custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply methyl tetracosanoate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply methyl tetracosanoate in bulk—please contact us for pricing, lead times, and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of methyl tetracosanoate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet. Additional documentation, such as a batch-specific CoA, can be provided upon request.
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