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Methyl tricosanoate
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Methyl tricosanoate is a straight-chain, odd-chain fatty acid methyl ester (C23:0 FAME) used primarily as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for fatty acid profiling, most often as an internal standard in gas chromatography (GC) analysis of fatty acid methyl esters. It is also supplied as a United States Pharmacopeia (USP) reference standard. This chemical has a CAS number of 2433-97-8, a molecular formula of CH3(CH2)21COOCH3, and a molecular weight of 368.64 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient conditions and handled with caution, as it carries a "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies Methyl tricosanoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034976 |
| CAS Number | 2433-97-8 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl tricosanoate |
| EC Number | 219-420-2 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)21COOCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 368.64 |
| Exact Mass | 368.3654 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC |
| InChIKey | VORKGRIRMPBCCZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C24H48O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23-24(25)26-2/h3-23H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 75519 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2915901890 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Methyl Tricosanoate (200 mg)
- Methyl tricosanoate (C23:0)
- Methyl tricosanoate (C23:0) Solution
- METHYL TRICOSANOATE (USP-RS)
- Methyl tricosanoate, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
- Methyl tricosanoate,Tricosanoic acid methyl ester
- Tricosanoic acid methyl ester, n-
- Tricosanoic acid-methyl ester 10 |Ig/mL in Cyclohexane
- Tricosanoic acid, methyl ester
- VORKGRIRMPBCCZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl tricosanoate commonly used for?
Methyl tricosanoate is primarily used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry, particularly as an internal standard in gas chromatography (GC) for fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) profiling.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl tricosanoate?
The chemical formula is CH₃(CH₂)₂₁COOCH₃, and the molecular weight is 368.64 g/mol.
How should methyl tricosanoate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from ignition sources and incompatible substances.
What grades or purities of methyl tricosanoate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies analytical standard grade (typically ≥98% purity) for methyl tricosanoate.
Can Molekula supply methyl tricosanoate in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of methyl tricosanoate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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